Average
#1656 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 48% in state
Westwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Dayton City
2805 Oakridge Dr, Dayton, OH 45417
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,656 of 3,441
In Dayton
#22 of 77
public schools
In district
#5 of 26
Dayton City
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Westwood Elementary School
Westwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Westwood Elementary School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,656 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Westwood Elementary School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OH avg 6.7
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.
58% of students at Westwood 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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Westwood Elementary School — Students at Westwood Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Westwood Elementary School Compares
See how Westwood Elementary School 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
2805 Oakridge Dr, Dayton, OH 45417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Louise Troy Elementary School (rated 5.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dayton | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| The International School Dayton | 0.7 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Dayton | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Thurgood Marshall High School Dayton | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Wogaman Middle School Dayton | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Rosa Parks Early Learning Center Dayton | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Alliance Community Schools Inc. dba Dayton Leadership Acade Dayton | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Dunbar Early College High School Dayton | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Louise Troy Elementary School Dayton | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Edison Elementary School Dayton | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Fairview Elementary School Dayton | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Dayton Digital Academy Dayton | 2.1 mi | — |
| Mound Street Academy Dayton | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Blairwood Elementary School Dayton | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Klepinger Community School Dayton | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| The Dayton School Dayton | 2.8 mi | — |
| Edwin Joel Brown Middle School Dayton | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Belle Haven Elementary School Dayton | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center Dayton | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Gem City Career Prep High School Dayton | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,027
Median Home Value
$73,000
Median Rent
$861/mo
Population
28,161
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.8%
Median Age
38.9
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| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Columbus, OH | 6.5 |
| Bigelow Hill Elementary School Findlay, OH | 6.5 |
| Bogan Elementary Oxford, OH | 6.5 |
| East Canton Elementary School East Canton, OH | 6.5 |
| East Elementary School Athens, OH | 6.5 |
| East Elementary School Dover, OH | 6.5 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Westwood Elementary School?
Westwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School is 13.8:1. 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 OH?
Westwood Elementary School ranks #1,656 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Westwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westwood Elementary 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 Westwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Elementary School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.2%
- Phone
- (937) 542-4990
Resources & Links
District
Dayton City- District Enrollment
- 12,441
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,177
- District Rank
- #5 of 26
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