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#674 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 32% in state

Westwood Elementary

Elementary School · West De Pere School District

1155 Westwood Dr, De Pere, WI 54115

Enrollment

652

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#674 of 2,105

In De Pere

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

West De Pere School District

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Westwood Elementary

7.5/10

Elementary School in De Pere · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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7.0/10

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About Westwood Elementary

Westwood Elementary is a public elementary school in De Pere, WI, part of West De Pere School District. Westwood Elementary serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #674 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Westwood Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,047
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

Westwood Elementary — Students at Westwood Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
37.6%
ELA
34.2%
2025
Math
71.8%
ELA
69.2%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Westwood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
68th percentile in WI
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

Location

1155 Westwood Dr, De Pere, WI 54115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Susie C Altmayer Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Green Bay), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in De Pere, see our De Pere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL De Pere 0.2 mi 8.6
West De Pere Middle De Pere 0.2 mi 7.0
West De Pere Intermediate School De Pere 0.3 mi 7.9
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI De Pere 0.6 mi 7.5
West De Pere High De Pere 0.7 mi 5.9
GREEN BAY MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S WORLD De Pere 1.1 mi
FAMILY SERVICES OF NORTHEAST WISCONSIN Green Bay 1.5 mi
Phantom Knight School of Opportunity De Pere 1.2 mi
Foxview Intermediate De Pere 1.6 mi 8.2
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF DE PERE De Pere 1.9 mi 6.7
Susie C Altmayer Elementary De Pere 2.2 mi 8.8
Dickinson Elementary De Pere 2.0 mi 8.0
Heritage Elementary De Pere 2.4 mi 7.7
De Pere High De Pere 2.4 mi 5.4
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Green Bay 3.3 mi 8.1
Pioneer Elementary Green Bay 3.5 mi 7.6
De Pere Middle De Pere 2.6 mi 8.0
Hemlock Creek Elementary De Pere 2.7 mi 7.7
Ashwaubenon High Green Bay 3.7 mi 4.5
Parkview Middle Green Bay 3.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,023

Median Home Value

$307,800

Median Rent

$1,071/mo

Population

49,663

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westwood Elementary

What grades does Westwood Elementary serve?

Westwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Westwood Elementary?

Westwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary is 14.2:1. 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 WI?

Westwood Elementary ranks #674 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Westwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Westwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

27.3% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

District

West De Pere School District
District Enrollment
3,655
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,047
District Rank
#3 of 5

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