Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Westlake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westlake Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westlake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1466 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake Elementary School's ranking?
Westlake Elementary School is ranked #1466 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Westlake Elementary School often compared to?
Westlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minges Brook School, Wattles Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Westlake Elementary School?
356 students attend Westlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Westlake Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westlake Elementary School?
Westlake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westlake Elementary School offer ?
Westlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westlake Elementary School part of?
Westlake Elementary School is part of Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun) School District.
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