Serving 562 students in grades 3-5, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Westwood Elementary serves the northern part of Zimmerman, MN, covering an area of approximately 40.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 3.7 miles and the furthest edge located 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 562 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#402 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
562 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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