WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Westwood Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Santa Clara Unified school district, located in Santa Clara, CA with about 394 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 16 teachers, Westwood Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Westwood Elementary, located at 435 Saratoga Ave. in Santa Clara, California, is a public school serving students in the Santa Clara Unified School District. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. As part of a diverse suburban community, Westwood provides a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science, while also incorporating enrichment opportunities that encourage critical thinking and creativity.
The school is deeply integrated into the local Santa Clara community, often emphasizing the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood to enhance the educational experience. With a focus on preparing students for future academic success, Westwood Elementary utilizes modern teaching strategies and resources to meet the needs of a diverse student population. Its location on Saratoga Avenue makes it a central hub for families in the area, contributing to the school's reputation as a community-centered institution dedicated to student growth and long-term success.
For more information, contact Westwood Elementary at (408) 423-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Santa Clara, CA 95050-6434
(408) 423-4300
WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Santa Clara, CA with about 394 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Santa Clara Unified
- Total Students:
- 394
- Teachers:
- 16.1
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 394 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 41.6%
- White
- 31.2%
- Asian
- 15.7%
- Two or more races
- 6.3%
- Black or African American
- 4.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 46.7%
- Male
- 53.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.