Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westmore Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westmore Elementary School's student population of 411 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westmore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmore Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#883 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmore Elementary School's ranking?
Westmore Elementary School is ranked #883 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Westmore Elementary School often compared to?
Westmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School, Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School, Schafer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Westmore Elementary School?
411 students attend Westmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Westmore Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmore Elementary School?
Westmore Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westmore Elementary School offer ?
Westmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westmore Elementary School part of?
Westmore Elementary School is part of School District 45 Dupage County.
School Reviews
5 10/5/2018
I am extremely happy with Westmore! The teachers are top notch, the principal is fantastic-very involved with the kids and the office staff friendly and accommodating. My kids love it there. The school has an overall team feeling to it and they try very hard to instill in the children the importance of trying your best, kindness and character. Westmore is a wonderful school!
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