Westlake serves 46 students in grades 4-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westlake's student population of 46 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westlake is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
33%
35%
Black
35%
14%
White
19%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westlake often compared to?
Westlakeis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Westlake?
46 students attend Westlake.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Westlake students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 13% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westlake?
Westlake has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westlake offer ?
Westlake offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westlake part of?
Westlake is part of Union County Educational Services Commission School District.
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