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Westwood Elementary School

2920 Nw 9Th St, Ankeny, IA 50023, United States
+1 (515) 965-9690
http://www.ankenyschools.org
8.1
Overall Rating

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Westwood Elementary School Overview

About This School

Westwood Elementary School is a public elementary in Ankeny, Iowa, serving 551 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 81% proficiency in ELA and 80% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 35 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $74,422. Support services include a counselor for every 275 students. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 79% White, 9% Hispanic, 7% Two or More Races, 4% Black, and 1% Asian.

551
Total Students
K-5
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
35 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts81%
Mathematics80%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
275:1

Westwood Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

81%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 82%State Avg: 70%
80%
Mathematics
City Avg: 80%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.2:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
275
Students per Counselor

Westwood Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
35

Average Teacher Salary

$74,422
City Avg: $74,422
State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor275:1

Westwood Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.45%
Male
49.55%
Female
Total Enrollment: 551 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White78.58%
Hispanic9.44%
Asian1.45%
Black3.99%
Two or More Races6.53%
Native American0%

Westwood Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Westwood Elementary School

Q: What is Westwood Elementary School?

A: Westwood Elementary School is a elementary public located in Ankeny.

Q: How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?

A: Westwood Elementary School has approximately 551 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Westwood Elementary School

Westwood Elementary School is a public elementary in Ankeny, Iowa, serving 551 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 81% proficiency in ELA and 80% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 35 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $74,422. Support services include a counselor for every 275 students. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 79% White, 9% Hispanic, 7% Two or More Races, 4% Black, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Westwood Elementary School - Ankeny, IA

Quick Facts about Westwood Elementary School
School NameWestwood Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location2920 Nw 9Th St, Ankeny, IA 50023, Ankeny, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 965-9690
Total Students551
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers35
Rating8.1/10
ELA Proficiency81%
Math Proficiency80%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Westwood Elementary School

What is Westwood Elementary School?

Westwood Elementary School is a elementary public located in Ankeny.

How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?

Westwood Elementary School has approximately 551 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School is 15:1.

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