Serving 615 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 615 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#219 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crocker Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School, Prairie Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
615 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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