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#5158 of 9,539 schools in CA
Westlake Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Cruz City Elementary
1000 High St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,158 of 9,539
In Santa Cruz
#18 of 25
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Santa Cruz City Elementary
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Westlake Elementary
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About Westlake Elementary
Westlake Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA, part of Santa Cruz City Elementary. Westlake Elementary serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westlake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,158 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Westlake Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Westlake Elementary runs 24.8:1 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
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Westlake Elementary — Students at Westlake Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Westlake Elementary Compares
See how Westlake Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 High St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westlake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GATEWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz | 0.8 mi | — |
| Mission Hill Middle Santa Cruz | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Santa Cruz High Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| SPRING HILL-ADVANCED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF SANTA CR Santa Cruz | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Holy Cross Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Alternative Family Education Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Santa Cruz Waldorf School Santa Cruz | 2.4 mi | — |
| SANTA CRUZ WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,040
Median Home Value
$1,189,300
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
46,024
College Educated
55.2%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westlake Elementary
What grades does Westlake Elementary serve?
Westlake Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Westlake Elementary?
Westlake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westlake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westlake Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westlake Elementary rank in CA?
Westlake Elementary ranks #5,158 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westlake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westlake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Westlake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westlake Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westlake Elementary a charter school?
No, Westlake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westlake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westlake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westlake Elementary?
24.6% of students at Westlake 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (831) 429-3878
Resources & Links
District
Santa Cruz City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,768
- Schools in District
- 5
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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