Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westwoods Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwoods Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westwoods Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwoods Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#777 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwoods Elementary School's ranking?
Westwoods Elementary School is ranked #777 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Westwoods Elementary School often compared to?
Westwoods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Lake Elementary School, Traverse Heights Elementary School, Willow Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Westwoods Elementary School?
368 students attend Westwoods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Westwoods Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwoods Elementary School?
Westwoods Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwoods Elementary School offer ?
Westwoods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwoods Elementary School part of?
Westwoods Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
School Reviews
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