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Westwood EL

Elementary School · WESTWOOD ISD

4524 W OAK, Palestine, TX 75801

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.4

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,890 of 8,552

In Palestine

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

WESTWOOD ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Westwood EL

5.4/10

Elementary School in Palestine · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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5.2/10

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About Westwood EL

Westwood EL is a public elementary school in Palestine, TX, part of WESTWOOD ISD. Westwood EL serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,890 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Westwood EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,562
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Westwood EL — Students at Westwood EL score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
33.6%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
33%
ELA
41%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Westwood EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in TX
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4524 W OAK, Palestine, TX 75801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westwood EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELKHART EL (rated 9.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Elkhart), which scores notably higher. Another option is NECHES EL (rated 7.3/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Neches), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELKHART INT (rated 7.2/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Elkhart), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palestine, see our Palestine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.1 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTWOOD PRI Palestine 1.2 mi 5.6
WESTWOOD H S Palestine 1.3 mi 5.2
WESTWOOD J H Palestine 1.3 mi 4.1
UT TYLER UNIVERSITY ACADEMY AT PALESTINE Tyler 1.7 mi 8.3
WASHINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Palestine 1.6 mi 4.1
SOUTHSIDE EL Palestine 3.3 mi 7.0
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Palestine 3.7 mi 6.0
NORTHSIDE PRI Palestine 4.5 mi 6.1
STORY INT Palestine 4.5 mi 6.0
PALESTINE H S Palestine 4.4 mi 7.9
PALESTINE J H Palestine 4.6 mi 8.0
ELKHART H S Elkhart 8.6 mi 7.2
ELKHART MIDDLE Elkhart 10.1 mi 7.1
ELKHART EL Elkhart 10.2 mi 9.2
ELKHART INT Elkhart 10.3 mi 7.2
NECHES EL Neches 13.9 mi 7.3
OAKWOOD H S Oakwood 15.2 mi 6.9
OAKWOOD EL Oakwood 15.2 mi 4.4
NECHES H S Neches 14.8 mi 9.5
SLOCUM H S Elkhart 15.1 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,485

Median Home Value

$163,100

Median Rent

$1,003/mo

Population

16,891

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westwood EL

What grades does Westwood EL serve?

Westwood EL serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Westwood EL?

Westwood EL has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Westwood EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westwood EL rank in TX?

Westwood EL ranks #5,890 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Westwood EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Westwood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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?

79.7% 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

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Anderson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

WESTWOOD ISD
District Enrollment
1,365
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,562
District Rank
#2 of 4

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