What grades does Westwood Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Westwood Elementary School serves students in Ankeny, IA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Westwood Elementary School located?

You can find Westwood Elementary School in Ankeny, IA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Elementary School?

At Westwood Elementary School, there are approximately 14.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Ankeny, IA?

Westwood Elementary School is among the schools serving Ankeny, IA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Ankeny, IA 50023

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

615

Student:Teacher

14.6:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Ankeny Comm School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

13.2%

Phone

(515)965-9690

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

77%

70th percentile in IA

Math Proficiency

82%

89th percentile in IA

Chronic Absenteeism

8.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

12 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.9:1

Near average in IA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

658

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

36.87

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

0.5

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,127

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,480

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,325

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 4%State 51%Local 46%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$287,903

+1.5% 1yr+27.9% 5yr

Des Moines, IA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

17.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

4.8%

Uninsured residents

7.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,589

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,457

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

551

Current enrollment

Declining(-17% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Westwood Elementary School

Westwood Elementary School has a total enrollment of 615 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Ankeny, IA.

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