Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Westridge Elementary serves the northeast part of Ballwin, MO, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the school's edge being about 1.2 miles and a maximum of 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westridge Elementary School's student population of 397 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westridge Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#359 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westridge Elementary School's ranking?
Westridge Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Westridge Elementary School?
397 students attend Westridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Westridge Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westridge Elementary School?
Westridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westridge Elementary School offer ?
Westridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westridge Elementary School part of?
Westridge Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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