Westport Elementary

Westport Elementary is a regular public school in Ceres, California, located in a rural area near the town. Serving kindergarten through sixth grade, Westport Elementary has an enrollment of 360 students and employs 14 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of about 25 to 1. The academic performance at Westport Elementary shows room for improvement with its MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and a state ranking of #8969 out of 9566 schools in California, placing it in the 6th percentile.

On standardized tests, only 30% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading, while just 19% reach proficiency in math. Despite these challenges, Westport Elementary focuses on student development and works to provide a supportive learning environment for its rural community. The school is situated near the town, making it easily accessible for local families who value its role as an integral part of their neighborhood.

The student-teacher ratio at Westport Elementary is 25.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Westport Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.