Serving 618 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westgate Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westgate Elementary School's student population of 618 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Westgate Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westgate Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#865 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westgate Elementary School's ranking?
Westgate Elementary School is ranked #865 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Westgate Elementary School often compared to?
Westgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dryden Elementary School, Kimball Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Westgate Elementary School?
618 students attend Westgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Westgate Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westgate Elementary School?
Westgate Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westgate Elementary School offer ?
Westgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westgate Elementary School part of?
Westgate Elementary School is part of Arlington Heights SD 25 School District.
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