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West Park Elementary

Elementary School · Napa Valley Unified

2315 West Park Ave., Napa, CA 94558

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

28.1:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#9,348 of 9,539

In Napa

#21 of 23

public schools

In district

#25 of 26

Napa Valley Unified

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West Park Elementary

2.9/10

Elementary School in Napa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About West Park Elementary

West Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. West Park Elementary serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 28.1:1 student-teacher ratio. West Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #9,348 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for West Park Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

West Park Elementary runs 28.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio28.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,673
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

West Park Elementary — Students at West Park Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
30.6%
ELA
30.9%
2024
Math
22.1%
ELA
28.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.

How West Park Elementary Compares

See how West Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.9/10
2th percentile in CA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
28:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2315 West Park Ave., Napa, CA 94558

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pueblo Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bel Aire Park Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Pueblo Vista Elementary Napa 0.5 mi 8.1
NATURE'S WAY MONTESSORI Napa 0.6 mi
KOLBE ACADEMY & TRINITY PREP Napa 0.7 mi 5.2
Kolbe Academy and Trinity Prep Napa 0.7 mi
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Napa 0.7 mi 6.2
St. John's Lutheran Elementary Napa 0.8 mi
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Napa 0.8 mi 5.3
Redwood Middle Napa 0.9 mi 3.8
Valley Oak High Napa 0.8 mi 5.0
Napa Valley Independent Studies Napa 0.8 mi 6.1
Hopewell Baptist Christian Academy Napa 1.0 mi
Napa Valley Language Academy Napa 1.1 mi 5.9
Northwood Elementary Napa 1.2 mi 6.8
Napa High Napa 1.0 mi 5.1
Kolbe Academy Napa 1.0 mi
Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa 1.3 mi 6.5
ST APOLLINARIS SCHOOL Napa 1.3 mi 5.0
St. Apollinaris Elementary School Napa 1.3 mi
Justin-Siena Napa 1.4 mi
JUSTIN-SIENA Napa 1.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,444

Median Home Value

$855,600

Median Rent

$2,248/mo

Population

64,552

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

44.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Park Elementary

What grades does West Park Elementary serve?

West Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend West Park Elementary?

West Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West Park Elementary is 28.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Park Elementary rank in CA?

West Park Elementary ranks #9,348 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is West Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

West Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at West Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Park Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is West Park Elementary a charter school?

No, West Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, West Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Park Elementary?

71.5% of students at West Park Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher Ratio
28.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Napa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

District

Napa Valley Unified
District Enrollment
16,116
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,673
District Rank
#25 of 26

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