Serving 342 students in grades 3-5, Westlawn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Westlawn Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Westlawn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlawn Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7956 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
53%
Black
82%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Westlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Westlawn Elementary School is ranked #7956 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Westlawn Elementary School?
342 students attend Westlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Westlawn Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westlawn Elementary School?
Westlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westlawn Elementary School offer ?
Westlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Westlawn Elementary School part of?
Westlawn Elementary School is part of Texarkana Independent School District.
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