Westwood Elementary School
260 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Westwood Elementary School, located at 1015 S Greensboro Pike in New Castle, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the New Castle Community School Corporation. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills for its elementary-aged students. By providing a structured curriculum and a variety of classroom resources, the school aims to prepare young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while maintaining a strong connection to the local community.
In addition to its focus on core subjects like literacy and mathematics, Westwood Elementary prioritizes a student-centered approach that encourages inclusivity and personal responsibility. The school’s faculty and staff work collaboratively to create an engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and build confidence. By serving as a central hub for families in the New Castle area, Westwood Elementary plays a vital role in the developmental years of its students, striving to ensure that every child receives the support and guidance necessary to reach their full potential.
In addition to its focus on core subjects like literacy and mathematics, Westwood Elementary prioritizes a student-centered approach that encourages inclusivity and personal responsibility. The school’s faculty and staff work collaboratively to create an engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and build confidence. By serving as a central hub for families in the New Castle area, Westwood Elementary plays a vital role in the developmental years of its students, striving to ensure that every child receives the support and guidance necessary to reach their full potential.
260
Total Students
17.1
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 242 |
| Hispanic | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 11 |
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White242 (93.1 %)
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Two or More11 (4.2 %)
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Hispanic6 (2.3 %)
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Asian1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | New Castle Community School Corp |
| Phone: | (765)521-7215 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 260 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 75 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 18 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
13
Kindergarten
42
Grade 1
45
Grade 2
41
Grade 3
40
Grade 4
40
Grade 5
39
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 13 |
| Kindergarten | 42 |
| Grade 1 | 45 |
| Grade 2 | 41 |
| Grade 3 | 40 |
| Grade 4 | 40 |
| Grade 5 | 39 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 125 | 48.1% |
| Male | 135 | 51.9% |
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