Very Good
#1118 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
Westgate Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
3560 58TH ST N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,118 of 3,778
In St. Petersburg
#14 of 43
public schools
In district
#59 of 148
PINELLAS
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Westgate Elementary School
Westgate Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS. Westgate Elementary School serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Westgate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,118 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Westgate Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Westgate Elementary School — Students at Westgate Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.8/10.
How Westgate Elementary School Compares
See how Westgate Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3560 58TH ST N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westgate Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEM (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pinellas Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,908
Median Home Value
$312,500
Median Rent
$1,577/mo
Population
35,113
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
46.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westgate Elementary School
What grades does Westgate Elementary School serve?
Westgate Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Westgate Elementary School?
Westgate Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westgate Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westgate Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westgate Elementary School rank in FL?
Westgate Elementary School ranks #1,118 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Westgate Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westgate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Westgate Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westgate Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westgate Elementary School a charter school?
No, Westgate Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westgate Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Westgate Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westgate Elementary School?
69.0% of students at Westgate Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (727) 893-2144
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #59 of 148
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