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#554 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 43% in state

Westwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Caddo Parish

7325 Jewella Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71108

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#554 of 1,288

In Shreveport

#10 of 53

public schools

In district

#13 of 57

Caddo Parish

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Westwood Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Shreveport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Westwood Elementary School

Westwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shreveport, LA, part of Caddo Parish. Westwood Elementary School serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Westwood Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Westwood Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-28.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.6 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,072
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Westwood Elementary School — Students at Westwood Elementary School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
7.7%
ELA
14.3%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Westwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in LA
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Location

7325 Jewella Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eighty-First Street ECE Center (rated 6.7/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Midway Professional Development Center (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Atkins Technology Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Shreveport, see our Shreveport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Sunset Acres Elementary School Shreveport 1.0 mi 5.9
Woodlawn Leadership Academy Shreveport 1.3 mi 4.5
Pathways in Education-Louisiana Inc. Shreveport 1.7 mi 3.6
Caddo Middle Career and Technology School Shreveport 1.7 mi 4.1
Werner Park Elementary School Shreveport 2.1 mi 6.0
Linwood Public Charter School Shreveport 1.9 mi 4.3
Bethune/Oak Park Elementary Shreveport 2.2 mi 2.8
Southwood High School Shreveport 2.2 mi 4.4
Summer Grove Elementary School Shreveport 2.4 mi 3.9
Ridgewood Middle School Shreveport 2.5 mi 6.8
Southern Hills Elementary School Shreveport 2.4 mi 4.9
Atkins Technology Elementary School Shreveport 2.2 mi 6.3
Midway Professional Development Center Shreveport 2.6 mi 6.5
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shreveport 2.3 mi
DREAMKEEPERS ACADEMY Shreveport 2.6 mi 3.2
Forest Hill Elementary School Shreveport 2.9 mi 4.7
Caddo Heights Math/Science Elementary School Shreveport 2.7 mi 5.6
Caddo Virtual Academy Shreveport 2.6 mi 5.1
Fair Park Middle School Shreveport 3.0 mi 3.4
Eighty-First Street ECE Center Shreveport 2.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,116

Median Home Value

$81,300

Median Rent

$1,075/mo

Population

19,012

College Educated

6.9%

Homeownership

39.1%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

33.7%

Median Age

29.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westwood Elementary School

What grades does Westwood Elementary School serve?

Westwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?

Westwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westwood Elementary School rank in LA?

Westwood Elementary School ranks #554 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Westwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Westwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Westwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

86.2% of students at Westwood 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Caddo Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

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