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Westwood EL

Elementary School · SPRING BRANCH ISD

10595 HAMMERLY, Houston, TX 77043

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Houston

#331 of 723

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#2,624 of 4,678

In district

#37 of 45

SPRING BRANCH ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very strong

About Westwood EL

Westwood Elementary is a regular public elementary school located in Houston, Texas. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade students, Westwood has an enrollment of 430 pupils and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1 with 31 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's setting places it squarely within the bustling urban landscape of a large city.

Westwood Elementary currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10, ranking in the lower quartile among Texas schools at number 7127 out of 8598 institutions. Academically, Westwood scores an average of 24% proficiency in ELA/Reading and 27% in Math across all grade levels. These figures suggest that while there is room for improvement in academic performance, the school remains committed to student development.

Westwood Elementary stands as a vital part of its urban community in Houston, offering education within a vibrant city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-5.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20%
Reading/ELA Proficiency20%
Overall Proficiency20%
Expected (poverty-adj.)23%
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,199

Westwood EL — Students at Westwood EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 27.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
20%

* 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 EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in TX
Academic
4.5/10
4.5/10
Growth
5.9/10
Above average
Environment
7.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

10595 HAMMERLY, Houston, TX 77043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westwood EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE BRANCH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TERRACE EL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ILM ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SPRING OAKS MIDDLE Houston 0.3 mi 7.9
THE TIGER TRAIL SCHOOL Houston 0.4 mi 5.1
SPRING WOODS H S Houston 0.5 mi 7.3
HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Houston 0.7 mi 7.0
WESTVIEW SCHOOL Houston 0.6 mi 7.7
TERRACE EL Houston 0.8 mi 8.3
THE PARISH SCHOOL Houston 0.9 mi 7.1
SHADOW OAKS EL Houston 1.3 mi 7.6
PINE SHADOWS EL Houston 1.2 mi 6.6
ILM ACADEMY Houston 1.5 mi 7.9
SPRING WOODS MIDDLE Houston 1.4 mi 7.2
SHERWOOD EL Houston 1.6 mi 6.7
SPRING SHADOWS EL Houston 1.6 mi 6.2
NORTHBROOK MIDDLE Houston 1.7 mi 5.6
NORTHBROOK H S Houston 1.6 mi 7.0
RAINARD SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi 7.0
THE BRANCH SCHOOL Houston 1.8 mi 8.5
SHERWOOD FOREST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 2.0 mi 6.0
WOODVIEW EL Houston 2.0 mi 7.8
MEMORIAL MIDDLE Houston 2.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,017

Median Home Value

$382,800

Median Rent

$1,417/mo

Population

26,343

College Educated

42.9%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

35.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Westwood EL has a median household income of $75,017. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $382,800, with a median rent of $1,417/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BANQUETE EL Banquete, TX 5.8
BEAR CREEK EL Euless, TX 5.8
BLOOM ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston, TX 5.8
BONHAM EES Grand Prairie, TX 5.8
CABLE EL San Antonio, TX 5.8
CALALLEN WEST INT Corpus Christi, TX 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westwood EL

What grades does Westwood EL serve?

Westwood EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Westwood EL?

Westwood EL has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Westwood EL is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westwood EL rank in TX?

Westwood EL is ranked #5328 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Westwood EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Westwood EL has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Westwood EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westwood EL has 27.0% math proficiency and 24.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Westwood EL a charter school?

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

Is Westwood EL a Title I school?

No, Westwood EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

95.6% of students at Westwood EL 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

City Safety
High (5,451/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

SPRING BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
33,407
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,599
District Rank
#37 of 45

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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