Serving 498 students in grades 5-8, Westwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Westwood Middle School's student population of 498 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2327 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
21%
17%
White
37%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Middle School is ranked #2327 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Westwood Middle School?
498 students attend Westwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Westwood Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Middle School?
Westwood Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood Middle School offer ?
Westwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Middle School part of?
Westwood Middle School is part of Elyria City Schools School District.
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