Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Westwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Middle School's student population of 550 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1491 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
68%
50%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Middle School is ranked #1491 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Westwood Middle School often compared to?
Westwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheney Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Westwood Middle School?
550 students attend Westwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Westwood Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Middle School?
Westwood Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Westwood Middle School offer ?
Westwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westwood Middle School part of?
Westwood Middle School is part of Cheney School District.
In what neighborhood is Westwood Middle School located?
Westwood Middle School is located in the Thorpe Westwood neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Thorpe Westwood.
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