Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 73%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: Westwood Elementary serves the northern part of Friendswood, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
497 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)75-79%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)75-79%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
62%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C W Cline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
497 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Friendswood Independent School District.
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