Serving 480 students in grades 5-8, Westwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westwood Middle School serves the northwest part of Elyria, OH, covering an attendance zone of approximately 16.8 square miles. Families in this area typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Middle School's student population of 480 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be a Pioneer!
School Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2469 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
24%
17%
White
37%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Middle School is ranked #2469 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Westwood Middle School?
480 students attend Westwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Westwood Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Middle School?
Westwood Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood Middle School offer ?
Westwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Middle School part of?
Westwood Middle School is part of Elyria City Schools.
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