麻豆果冻传媒

Westdale Elementary School

705 S Center Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Westdale Elementary School serves 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 327 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : 85-89%
  • : 75-79%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Westdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Westdale Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
This chart displays total students of Westdale Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Westdale Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Westdale Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Westdale Elementary School by grade.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
The diversity score of Westdale Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
(09-10)
85-89%
78%
(09-10)
75-79%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Westdale Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Westdale Elementary School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
Asian
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Westdale Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
24%
9%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Westdale Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
23%
18%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Westdale Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
42%
64%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Westdale Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Westdale Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Westdale Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.71
This chart displays the diversity score of Westdale Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Westdale Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Westdale Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westdale Elementary School often compared to?
Westdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shields Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Westdale Elementary School?
327 students attend Westdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Westdale Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westdale Elementary School?
Westdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westdale Elementary School offer ?
Westdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Westdale Elementary School part of?
Westdale Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Westdale Elementary School located?
Westdale Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township South neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Saginaw Township South.

School Reviews

Review Westdale Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

麻豆果冻传媒 Articles

College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 327 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : 85-89%
  • : 75-79%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Quick Links