Serving 1,217 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Westlake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westlake Elementary School's student population of 1,217 students has grown by 272% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 208% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
1,217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westlake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#202 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake Elementary School's ranking?
Westlake Elementary School is ranked #202 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Westlake Elementary School often compared to?
Westlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert Einstein Academy For Letters Arts And Sciences-ohio by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Westlake Elementary School?
1,217 students attend Westlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Westlake Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westlake Elementary School?
Westlake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westlake Elementary School offer ?
Westlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Westlake Elementary School part of?
Westlake Elementary School is part of Westlake City School District.
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