Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westridge Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westridge Elementary School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westridge Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westridge Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 1196 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westridge Elementary School's ranking?
Westridge Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Westridge Elementary School often compared to?
Westridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Grove Elementary School, Forest Hills Elementary School, Hallinan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Westridge Elementary School?
449 students attend Westridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Westridge Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westridge Elementary School?
Westridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westridge Elementary School offer ?
Westridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westridge Elementary School part of?
Westridge Elementary School is part of Lake Oswego SD 7j School District.
In what neighborhood is Westridge Elementary School located?
Westridge Elementary School is located in the Westridge neighborhood of Lake Oswego, OR.
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