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#904 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 24% in state

Westmore Elem School

Elementary School · SD 45 DuPage County

340 S School St, Lombard, IL 60148

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#904 of 3,813

In Lombard

#6 of 13

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

SD 45 DuPage County

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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7.5/10

Elementary School in Lombard · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Westmore Elem School

Westmore Elem School is a public elementary school in Lombard, IL, part of SD 45 DuPage County. Westmore Elem School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Westmore Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #904 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Westmore Elem School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,608
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Westmore Elem School — Students at Westmore Elem School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 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
89%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
37%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Westmore Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
76th percentile in IL
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

340 S School St, Lombard, IL 60148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westmore Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Lane Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ardmore Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Villa Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Stevenson School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lombard, see our Lombard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lombard 0.4 mi 5.5
CREATIVE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lombard 0.5 mi
Jackson Middle School Villa Park 0.8 mi 6.5
Ardmore Elem School Villa Park 0.7 mi 8.1
District 45 Early Education Ctr Villa Park 0.9 mi
ISLAMIC FOUNDATION SCHOOL Villa Park 1.0 mi 7.1
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lombard 1.2 mi 6.9
Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School Lombard 1.0 mi 7.4
Schafer Elem School Lombard 1.3 mi 5.9
Jefferson Middle School Villa Park 1.3 mi 6.6
Willowbrook High School Villa Park 1.2 mi 7.8
York Center Elem School Lombard 1.6 mi 5.6
North Elem School Villa Park 1.6 mi 6.3
ILM MONTESSORI INC Lombard 1.6 mi 3.6
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN Lombard 1.4 mi 5.9
Madison Elementary School Lombard 1.4 mi 7.3
MONTINI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lombard 1.8 mi 6.0
Stevenson School Lombard 1.8 mi 7.9
Pleasant Lane Elem School Lombard 1.6 mi 8.8
Glenbard East High School Lombard 1.5 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,606

Median Home Value

$328,600

Median Rent

$1,805/mo

Population

52,358

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westmore Elem School

What grades does Westmore Elem School serve?

Westmore Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Westmore Elem School?

Westmore Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westmore Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westmore Elem School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westmore Elem School rank in IL?

Westmore Elem School ranks #904 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Westmore Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westmore Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Westmore Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westmore Elem School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westmore Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Westmore Elem School a Title I school?

No, Westmore Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

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

36.9% of students at Westmore Elem 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
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

SD 45 DuPage County
District Enrollment
3,169
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,608
District Rank
#3 of 8

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