The top reported proficiency rate is 58% in Science. The lowest is 37% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Westport Elementary
Westport Elementary serves students in first through fourth grade as a regular public school within the Westport Community Schools district. It is one of the elementary buildings serving families living in this coastal town, which is made up of several distinct villages including Central Village, Westport Point, Head of Westport, and North Westport. The school itself sits near the Head of Westport area, alongside the town library and the middle school, reflecting a pattern where school and civic buildings are spread across village centers rather than a single downtown.
On state testing, the picture is mixed and has shifted over time. In recent years, the share of students scoring at proficient or above in math has been around two-fifths, while in English language arts the figure has been just above one-third. Looking back, both subjects have seen a downward trend since the mid-2010s, when math proficiency stood closer to three-fifths and ELA proficiency near half. More recent years show some flattening, but the current levels are well below those earlier marks. The school’s most recent science assessment data comes from an earlier year and showed a higher share at proficiency, though that result is older and not directly comparable. When placed among elementary schools in the same county, this school’s overall proficiency across tested subjects sits above the midpoint relative to other districts in Bristol County, meaning it performs in the upper half but not at the top.
The student body is predominantly white, with smaller shares of Hispanic, Asian, Black, and multiracial students. Enrollment numbers, roughly steady across grades, suggest a school of modest size for its grade band. Data on how many children qualify for free or reduced-price meals, receive special education services, or are English learners was not available from the sources used here, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about these support programs and the demographic profile in more detail.
Westport itself is largely residential and rural. The town has a significant farming community and holds a Right-to-Farm designation. Public transit is limited to a bus line along the main route, with summer service extended to Horseneck Beach State Reservation, a popular destination. Walkability is low outside of Central Village, which has some retail and town offices. Families moving into the area face a housing market that is expensive compared to national benchmarks. Typical home values in the local zip code are above the state average, and the county market shows a large increase in pending listings, suggesting competitive conditions. On the district’s financial side, the town property tax rate declined over several fiscal years, a change that may affect the cost of living for families. The district also reported a substantial capital outlay in recent years, likely tied to a building project, indicating ongoing investment in school facilities.
Because Westport Elementary serves only the primary grades, there is no graduation rate to consider. The school’s academic results are modest relative to the state’s generally high standards, but it holds a middle-of-the-pack position among its county peers. A parent weighing this school will want to understand the recent decline in test scores and investigate what academic supports and enrichment are available, especially given that data on special populations and programs was not provided. The school is situated in a town with a strong agricultural and village character, an expensive housing market, and a district that has been investing in its infrastructure. For a family drawn to a small-town coastal setting and willing to engage directly with the school on its academic trajectory, Westport Elementary is a plausible option worth exploring further.
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