Westdale Elementary School serves 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Westdale Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
The diversity score of Westdale Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)75-79%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
25%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
38%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Westdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shields Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Westdale Elementary School?
321 students attend Westdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Westdale Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westdale Elementary School?
Westdale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westdale Elementary School offer ?
Westdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westdale Elementary School part of?
Westdale Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Westdale Elementary School located?
Westdale Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township South neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Saginaw Township South.
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