Below Average
#8223 of 9,539 schools in CA
Westwood Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
1748 West St., Concord, CA 94521
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,223 of 9,539
In Concord
#14 of 23
public schools
In district
#33 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Westwood Elementary
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About Westwood Elementary
Westwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Westwood Elementary serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Westwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,223 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Westwood Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Westwood Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Westwood Elementary — Students at Westwood Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Westwood Elementary Compares
See how Westwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1748 West St., Concord, CA 94521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Silverwood Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Middle Concord | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Concord High Concord | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Concord | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Tabernacle Christian, Inc. Concord | 0.4 mi | — |
| King's Valley Christian School Concord | 0.6 mi | — |
| KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Concord | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary Concord | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Saint Agnes Concord | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sunrise (Special Education) Concord | 1.0 mi | — |
| Monte Gardens Elementary Concord | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ANGELS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| El Monte Elementary Concord | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Silverwood Elementary Concord | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN Concord | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| WOOD ROSE ACADEMY Concord | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Wood Rose Academy Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
| Wren Avenue Elementary Concord | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
| Voyager Academy Concord | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,312
Median Home Value
$823,100
Median Rent
$2,388/mo
Population
41,118
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43
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| Bryant Elementary San Francisco, CA | 4.3 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.3 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 4.3 |
| Los Molinos Elementary Los Molinos, CA | 4.3 |
| Mar Vista Elementary Aptos, CA | 4.3 |
| Miwok Valley Elementary Charter Petaluma, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westwood Elementary
What grades does Westwood Elementary serve?
Westwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Westwood Elementary?
Westwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westwood Elementary rank in CA?
Westwood Elementary ranks #8,223 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Westwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Westwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westwood Elementary?
49.6% of students at Westwood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (925) 685-4202
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #33 of 47
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