Very Good
#571 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 29% in state
Westwood Elementary
Elementary School · PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS
5370 WESTWOOD DR, Prior Lake, MN 55372
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#571 of 1,992
In Prior Lake
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Westwood Elementary
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About Westwood Elementary
Westwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Prior Lake, MN, part of PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS. Westwood Elementary serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #571 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Westwood Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Westwood Elementary — Students at Westwood Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How Westwood Elementary Compares
See how Westwood Elementary 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
5370 WESTWOOD DR, Prior Lake, MN 55372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Savage), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Prior Lake, see our Prior Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edgewood ECSE Prior Lake | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| PRIOR LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prior Lake | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Prior Lake | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA ALC Prior Lake | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ALC Independent Study Prior Lake | 0.3 mi | — |
| La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood Prior Lake | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Laker Online Prior Lake | 0.3 mi | — |
| Prior Lake-Savage Middle School Prior Lake | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| PRIOR LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prior Lake | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Five Hawks Elementary Prior Lake | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ASPEN ACADEMY Savage | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Hamilton Ridge Elementary School Savage | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY Prior Lake | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| PRIOR LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Savage | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LIVING HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Shakopee | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SAVAGE Savage | 2.3 mi | — |
| REDTAIL RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savage | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SWMetro Passageways Shakopee | 2.9 mi | — |
| EAGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shakopee | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| RED OAK ELEMENTARY Shakopee | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,835
Median Home Value
$450,100
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
34,617
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
90.5%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
40.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUFF CREEK ELEMENTARY Chanhassen, MN | 7.1 |
| BONNER ELEMENTARY Stewartville, MN | 7.1 |
| Dorothy Dodds Elementary School Moorhead, MN | 7.1 |
| EXPO FOR EXCELLENCE ELEMENTARY SCH Saint Paul, MN | 7.1 |
| KIMBALL ELEMENTARY Kimball, MN | 7.1 |
| LA CRESCENT-HOKAH ELEMENTARY La Crescent, MN | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westwood Elementary
What grades does Westwood Elementary serve?
Westwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Westwood Elementary?
Westwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westwood Elementary rank in MN?
Westwood Elementary ranks #571 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Westwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Westwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Westwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westwood Elementary?
25.2% of students at Westwood Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Scott County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.6%
- Phone
- (952) 226-0400
Resources & Links
District
PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 8,777
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,012
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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