Serving 1,646 students in grades 5-8, Westwood Intermediate & Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westwood Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Minneapolis, MN, encompassing approximately 18.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.1 miles and the furthest edge located 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School's student population of 1,646 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,646 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Intermediate & Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1094 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)26.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Intermediate & Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School is ranked #1094 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Westwood Intermediate & Middle School often compared to?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fridley Middle School, Northdale Middle School, Centennial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Westwood Intermediate & Middle School?
1,646 students attend Westwood Intermediate & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Westwood Intermediate & Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Intermediate & Middle School?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westwood Intermediate & Middle School offer ?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Intermediate & Middle School part of?
Westwood Intermediate & Middle School is part of Spring Lake Park School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
As a close relative of a student here, I have heard many complaints. She is picked on, hurt (emotionally and physically), and does not enjoy her learning experience. Do not make the mistake her parents have. This school has too many awful influences including pre-teenage pregnancies and drug use.
5 10/10/2025
Good school
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