Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Westchester Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Westchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
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Westchester Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
The diversity score of Westchester Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
7%
36%
White
69%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Westchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clairemont Elementary School, Oakhurst Elementary School, Glennwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Westchester Elementary School?
183 students attend Westchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Westchester Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westchester Elementary School?
Westchester Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westchester Elementary School offer ?
Westchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Westchester Elementary School part of?
Westchester Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur School District.
In what neighborhood is Westchester Elementary School located?
Westchester Elementary School is located in the Westchester Hills And Chelsea Heights neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 09, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 11, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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