WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Westgate Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Falls Church, VA with about 559 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 37 teachers, Westgate Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Westgate Elementary School, located in Falls Church, Virginia, is a well-regarded public school serving the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district. Situated in a suburban neighborhood, the school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive community environment. It prioritizes a comprehensive academic curriculum while emphasizing the social and emotional development of its students, aiming to prepare children for success in a diverse and rapidly changing world.
The school is characterized by its commitment to student engagement and parental involvement, which are central to its operational philosophy. With a focus on innovative instructional practices and a strong sense of school spirit, Westgate offers a range of extracurricular opportunities and academic support systems. Its location in Northern Virginia allows the school to leverage a variety of regional resources, ensuring that students benefit from a well-rounded educational experience within a structured and nurturing atmosphere.
For more information, contact Westgate Elementary at (703) 610-5700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Falls Church, VA 22043
(703) 610-5700
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Falls Church, VA with about 559 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Fairfax County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 559
- Teachers:
- 37
- 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
- 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 559 students
- Asian
- 33.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 27.9%
- White
- 26.5%
- Black or African American
- 6.3%
- Two or more races
- 5.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- 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.