Serving 795 students in grades 6-8, Westwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westwood Middle School's student population of 795 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2328 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
36%
21%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Middle School is ranked #2328 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Westwood Middle School often compared to?
Westwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Clarke Middle School, Kanapaha Middle School, Abraham Lincoln Middle 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 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Westwood Middle School?
795 students attend Westwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Westwood Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Middle School?
Westwood Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood Middle School offer ?
Westwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Middle School part of?
Westwood Middle School is part of Alachua School District.
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