Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westwood Elementary serves the southern part of West Jefferson, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 93.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically face a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7 miles and the furthest edge located 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #806 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Blue Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
451 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Ashe County Schools.
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