Very Good
#621 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 19% in state
Based on limited data
Westdale Elementary School
Elementary School · Saginaw Township Community Schools
705 SOUTH CENTER RD, Saginaw, MI 48638
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#621 of 3,192
In Saginaw
#6 of 41
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Saginaw Township Community Schools
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Westdale Elementary School
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About Westdale Elementary School
Westdale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saginaw, MI, part of Saginaw Township Community Schools. Westdale Elementary School serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westdale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #621 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Westdale Elementary School show 87% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Westdale 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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Westdale Elementary School — Students at Westdale Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
How Westdale Elementary School Compares
See how Westdale Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
705 SOUTH CENTER RD, Saginaw, MI 48638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westdale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Handley School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hemmeter Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saginaw, see our Saginaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| White Pine Middle School Saginaw | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Arrowwood Elementary School Saginaw | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.1 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EARLY CHILDHOOD Saginaw | 1.5 mi | — |
| Chester F Miller School Saginaw | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Handley School Saginaw | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Hemmeter Elementary School Saginaw | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Merrill Park Elementary School Saginaw | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Arthur Hill High School Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Saginaw | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| THE NEW MILLENNIUM ACADEMY Saginaw | 1.8 mi | — |
| Weiss Elementary School Saginaw | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Thompson Middle School Saginaw | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Shields Elementary School Saginaw | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| MICHIGAN LUTHERAN SEMINARY Saginaw | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Saginaw | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Kempton Elementary School Saginaw | 2.5 mi | 2.4 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 2.8 mi | — |
| Sherwood Elementary School Saginaw | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,444
Median Home Value
$161,200
Median Rent
$948/mo
Population
12,668
College Educated
35.9%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bowen Elementary Grand Rapids, MI | 7.6 |
| Ellis Elementary School Belding, MI | 7.6 |
| Emma Murphy Elementary School Metamora, MI | 7.6 |
| Ferry Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods, MI | 7.6 |
| Frankfort Elementary School Frankfort, MI | 7.6 |
| Garvey Academy Detroit, MI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westdale Elementary School
What grades does Westdale Elementary School serve?
Westdale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Westdale Elementary School?
Westdale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westdale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westdale Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westdale Elementary School rank in MI?
Westdale Elementary School ranks #621 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Westdale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westdale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Westdale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westdale Elementary School has 87% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Westdale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Westdale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westdale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Westdale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westdale Elementary School?
80.4% of students at Westdale 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
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Saginaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (989) 797-1827
Resources & Links
District
Saginaw Township Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,503
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,437
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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