Westdale Elementary School serves 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westdale Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westdale Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)75-79%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
23%
18%
White
42%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westdale Elementary School often compared to?
Westdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shields Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Westdale Elementary School?
327 students attend Westdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Westdale Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westdale Elementary School?
Westdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westdale Elementary School offer ?
Westdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Westdale Elementary School part of?
Westdale Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Westdale Elementary School located?
Westdale Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township South neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Saginaw Township South.
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