Serving 537 students in grades 3-5, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
537 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Westwood Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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