Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Attendance Zone: Westwood Elementary School serves the northwest part of its school district in Novelty, OH, covering an area of approximately 46.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 6.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90-94%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert C Lindsey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
367 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of West Geauga Local School District.
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