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7.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Westlake, Ohio

12 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 5
Private: 7
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 7.7/10
Estimated Scores: 50%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.7/10

88% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$110,101

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$336,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
58%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
24 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
73%

Of occupied housing units

How Westlake compares

Ohio rank

#34 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.5

above Ohio avg (6.2)

Median household income

$110k

155% of Ohio median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Westlake, Ohio

Westlake, Ohio is home to 12 schools, including 5 public schools and 7 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Westlake perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Westlake is Lee Burneson Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Westlake is served by 2 school districts: Westlake City, Westlake Academy. These districts collectively serve 3,312 students.

Westlake's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,101. The poverty rate in the area is 5.1%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (12) Elementary (8) Middle (2) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (12) Public (5) Private (7)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (12) Academics (12) Growth (4) Diversity (4) Resources (5)
Filter by ZIP: 44145 (12)

Elementary Schools

8 schools
# School Rating
1
Westlake Elementary School
1,236 students · Pre-K–4th 		7.8
2
Westlake Academy
32 students · Kindergarten–1st 		7.7
Private Schools 6 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private
186 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
2
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Private
319 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
3
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Private
23 students · Pre-K–TK 		Not Rated
4
WESTSHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Private
14 students · Pre-K–1st 		Not Rated
5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WESTLAKE Private
8 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated
6
THE NEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Private
18 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Lee Burneson Middle School
481 students · 7th–8th 		8.8
2
Dover Intermediate School
496 students · 5th–6th 		7.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Westlake High School
1,063 students · 9th–12th 		8.8

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private
272 students · Pre-K–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Westlake

Westlake, Ohio · 12 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$110,101

Median Home Value

$336,100

Median Rent

$1,480/mo

Population

34,036

College Educated

58%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Community Profile

Westlake has a median household income of $110,101. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $336,100, with a median rent of $1,480/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Ohio
Total Schools
12
Elementary
8
Middle
2
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
7.7/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Westlake schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Westlake 📊 Niche Westlake Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

Westlake City

4 schools · 3,280 students

Westlake Academy

1 school · 32 students

Nearby Cities

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Fairview Park (6 schools)
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Rocky River (10 schools)
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Olmsted (1 school)
5 mi
Olmsted Falls (5 schools)
6 mi
Avon (10 schools)
5 mi
Berea (3 schools)
7 mi
Avon Lake (7 schools)
6 mi
North Ridgeville (8 schools)
7 mi
Brook Park (1 school)
7 mi
Lakewood (15 schools)
6 mi
Middleburg Hts (1 school)
8 mi
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8 mi

Other Major Cities in Ohio

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Westlake, Ohio

How many schools are in Westlake, Ohio?

Westlake has 12 schools, including 5 public and 7 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Westlake, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Westlake is 7.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Westlake, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Westlake on MySchoolScout is Lee Burneson Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Westlake, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Westlake on MySchoolScout is Westlake Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Westlake, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Westlake on MySchoolScout is Lee Burneson Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best high school in Westlake, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Westlake on MySchoolScout is Westlake High School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

How many school districts serve Westlake, Ohio?

Westlake is served by 2 school districts: Westlake City, Westlake Academy.

What is the education level in Westlake, Ohio?

According to Census data, 58% of adults in Westlake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Westlake, Ohio?

The median household income in Westlake is approximately $110,101 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Westlake, Ohio?

Yes, Westlake has 7 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Westside Christian Academy with a score of 7.4/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Westlake, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Westlake is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Westlake, Ohio?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.