Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
22%
58%
Hawaiian
18%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #801 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
505 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Westwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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