WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Westwood Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dalton Public Schools school district, located in Dalton, GA with about 588 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, Westwood Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 School is a public school located in Dalton, Georgia, serving students as part of the Dalton Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, Westwood aims to prepare its diverse student body for future educational success while encouraging students to become responsible, productive citizens.

The school emphasizes a strong partnership between educators, families, and the community to enhance the overall student experience. Through a variety of programs, extracurricular activities, and a dedicated teaching staff, Westwood strives to meet the individual needs of its learners. As part of a district that prioritizes innovation and student achievement, the school works to provide a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are challenged to reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Westwood Elementary School at (706) 278-2809 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

708 Trammell St
Dalton, GA 30720
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WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Dalton, GA with about 588 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
588
Teachers:
40
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 588 students

White
46.3%
Hispanic/Latino
39.1%
Black or African American
5.8%
Two or more races
5.3%
Asian
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

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.