Excellent
#657 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 17% in state
Westwood Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
2861 SW 9TH ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#657 of 3,778
In Fort Lauderdale
#4 of 30
public schools
In district
#55 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Westwood Heights Elementary School
Westwood Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL, part of BROWARD. Westwood Heights Elementary School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #657 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Westwood Heights Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Westwood Heights Elementary School 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 Heights Elementary School — Students at Westwood Heights Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 9.3/10.
How Westwood Heights Elementary School Compares
See how Westwood Heights 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
2861 SW 9TH ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westwood Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lauderhill), with a comparable rating. Another option is NEW LIFE CHARTER ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,644
Median Home Value
$397,800
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
53,547
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
40.2
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| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF HOLLYWOOD HILLS Hollywood, FL | 8.1 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston, FL | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westwood Heights Elementary School
What grades does Westwood Heights Elementary School serve?
Westwood Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Westwood Heights Elementary School?
Westwood Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Heights Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westwood Heights Elementary School rank in FL?
Westwood Heights Elementary School ranks #657 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Westwood Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westwood Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Heights Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westwood Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, Westwood Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westwood Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Westwood Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westwood Heights Elementary School?
73.3% of students at Westwood Heights 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
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (754) 323-7900
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #55 of 319
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