Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School's student population of 368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
12 acres
School Rankings
Westwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2040 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
21%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Elementary School's ranking?
Westwood Elementary School is ranked #2040 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westwood Elementary School often compared to?
Westwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. W. Haman Elementary School, Washington Open Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
368 students attend Westwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Westwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westwood Elementary School offer ?
Westwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westwood Elementary School part of?
Westwood Elementary School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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