Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westchester Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westchester Elementary School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
662 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Home of the Westchester Stars
School Rankings
Westchester Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westchester Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#188 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
8%
32%
White
56%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westchester Elementary School's ranking?
Westchester Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westchester Elementary School often compared to?
Westchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westchester Elementary School?
662 students attend Westchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Westchester Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westchester Elementary School?
Westchester Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westchester Elementary School offer ?
Westchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westchester Elementary School part of?
Westchester Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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