Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westward Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westward Elementary School serves the eastern part of its district in West Palm Beach, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westward Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Average Class Size
19 students
School Rankings
Westward Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westward Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3146 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westward Elementary School's ranking?
Westward Elementary School is ranked #3146 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Westward Elementary School often compared to?
Westward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Jog Elementary School, Morikami Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Westward Elementary School?
512 students attend Westward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Westward Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westward Elementary School?
Westward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westward Elementary School offer ?
Westward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westward Elementary School part of?
Westward Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Westward Elementary School located?
Westward Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt Estates neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL.
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