Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westover Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Westover Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westover Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westover Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
36%
33%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westover Elementary School's ranking?
Westover Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westover Elementary School often compared to?
Westover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westover Elementary School?
289 students attend Westover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Westover Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westover Elementary School?
Westover Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westover Elementary School offer ?
Westover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westover Elementary School part of?
Westover Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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