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#1672 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 44% in state

Westfield School

Elementary School · Winthrop Harbor SD 1

2309 9th St, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096

Enrollment

352

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,672 of 3,813

In Winthrop Harbor

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Winthrop Harbor SD 1

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Westfield School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Winthrop Harbor · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Westfield School

Westfield School is a public elementary school in Winthrop Harbor, IL, part of Winthrop Harbor SD 1. Westfield School serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Westfield School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,672 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Westfield School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Westfield 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,359
Chronic Absenteeism30.7%

Westfield School — Students at Westfield School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Westfield School Compares

See how Westfield School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
56th percentile in IL
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

Location

2309 9th St, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westfield School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Beach Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairie Lane Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Prairie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brompton School (rated 7.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Kenosha), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winthrop Harbor, see our Winthrop Harbor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
North Prairie Jr High Winthrop Harbor 0.6 mi 4.7
Beulah Park Elem School Zion 1.4 mi 3.6
Lakeview School Zion 1.6 mi 3.3
New Tech High - Zion-Benton East Zion 1.6 mi 6.2
OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Zion 1.7 mi 6.3
Zion Central Middle School Zion 2.2 mi 4.4
Shiloh Park Middle School Zion 2.2 mi 4.5
West Elementary School Zion 2.2 mi 3.3
East Elementary School Zion 2.5 mi 3.5
Elmwood Elem School Zion 2.7 mi 4.7
Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi Sch Zion 2.4 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL Beach Park 3.4 mi 8.4
Prairie Lane Elementary Pleasant Prairie 3.3 mi 8.3
Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park 3.6 mi 3.1
Beach Park Middle School Beach Park 3.0 mi 3.8
Howe Elementary School Beach Park 4.0 mi 3.5
Oak Crest School Beach Park 4.1 mi 6.3
LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan 4.8 mi 8.3
Brompton School Kenosha 5.0 mi 7.8
Tremper High Kenosha 5.0 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60096 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,115

Median Home Value

$238,000

Median Rent

$1,262/mo

Population

6,626

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

85.6%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

51.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westfield School

What grades does Westfield School serve?

Westfield School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Westfield School?

Westfield School has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westfield School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westfield School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westfield School rank in IL?

Westfield School ranks #1,672 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Westfield School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westfield School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Westfield School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westfield School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westfield School a charter school?

No, Westfield School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Westfield School a Title I school?

No, Westfield School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westfield School?

57.7% of students at Westfield 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

District

Winthrop Harbor SD 1
District Enrollment
603
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,359
District Rank
#1 of 2

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