Excellent
#534 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Westwood Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
435 Saratoga Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95050
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#534 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#6 of 23
public schools
In district
#5 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Westwood Elementary
Elementary School in Santa Clara · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westwood Elementary
Westwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Westwood Elementary serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #534 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Westwood Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Westwood Elementary runs 22.6:1 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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Westwood Elementary — Students at Westwood Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Westwood Elementary Compares
See how Westwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
435 Saratoga Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millikin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Open Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Central Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Autism Center for Education - Pruneridge Campus Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | — |
| C. W. Haman Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Wilson Alternative Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Justin Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST JUSTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Millikin Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| ESTHER B CLARK SCHOOL - SOUTH BAY San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CHILDREN'S WORLD BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | — |
| Esther B. Clark School - South Bay San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Harker School, The San Jose | 1.2 mi | — |
| Pacific Autism Center for Education - Sunny Days Campus San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| PACIFIC AUTISM CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Stratford Preparatory Blackford San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| Buchser Middle Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Washington Open Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Lynhaven Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| HARKER San Jose | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ST CLARES SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Clare Elementary Santa Clara | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,051
Median Home Value
$1,420,500
Median Rent
$2,522/mo
Population
39,827
College Educated
54.1%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
36.3
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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 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary is 22.6:1. 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 #534 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% 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?
33.1% 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
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (408) 423-4300
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #5 of 28
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