Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Math Proficiency: 77%
- Reading Proficiency: 81%
- Attendance Zone: Westwood Elementary School serves the northeast part of Westlake, LA, covering an area of approximately 20.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)77%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)81%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange & Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vincent Settlement Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% LA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% LA state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
412 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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