Serving 710 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Westfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westfield Elementary School's student population of 710 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westfield Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4139 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
70%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westfield Elementary School's ranking?
Westfield Elementary School is ranked #4139 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westfield Elementary School often compared to?
Westfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dardanelle Elementary School, Dardanelle Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Westfield Elementary School?
710 students attend Westfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Westfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westfield Elementary School?
Westfield Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Westfield Elementary School offer ?
Westfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Westfield Elementary School part of?
Westfield Elementary School is part of Porterville Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Westfield Elementary School located?
Westfield Elementary School is located in the West Porterville neighborhood of Porterville, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in West Porterville.
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