Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westwoods Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westwoods Elementary School serves the west part of Traverse City, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 20.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwoods Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwoods Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwoods Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwoods Elementary School's ranking?
Westwoods Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Westwoods Elementary School often compared to?
Westwoods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Lake Elementary School, Traverse Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Westwoods Elementary School?
365 students attend Westwoods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Westwoods Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwoods Elementary School?
Westwoods Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Westwoods Elementary School offer ?
Westwoods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westwoods Elementary School part of?
Westwoods Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
School Reviews
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