The top reported proficiency rate is 91% in Math. The lowest is 82% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Westridge Elementary School
Westridge Elementary School serves kindergarten through fifth grade in Lake Oswego, Oregon, as part of the Lake Oswego School District. It is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet.
The school enrolls a moderate number of students for an elementary school. The student body is predominantly white, with a notable share of students who identify as two or more races, and a smaller presence of Asian and Hispanic students. A very small share of students qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating that the student population is relatively affluent. Information on students with Individualized Education Plans and English learners was not reported in the available data, so families with children who receive special education services or speak a language other than English at home may want to seek more details directly from the school.
Lake Oswego is a primarily residential city with a walkable downtown lakefront district featuring specialty shopping, dining, and entertainment. The city has a celebrated library and parks system, a sports center on the Willamette River, public swimming on Oswego Lake, an 18-hole golf course, and an outdoor amphitheater. The city has seen population growth in recent years and is currently updating the Foothills District Framework Plan to guide further development. The housing market is very expensive; homes in the school’s ZIP code are priced substantially above the national median, and rents are high relative to income, reflecting the area’s desirability.
On the Oregon Statewide Assessment System for the 2024-2025 school year, Westridge students posted strong results in every tested subject and grade. In math and English language arts, proficiency rates were high across all three tested grades. In science, which is tested at fifth grade, proficiency was also strong. The school’s overall performance across tested subjects, measured by a composite index, placed it well above the typical level among schools across Clackamas County. Only one year of assessment data is available in the research materials, so it is not possible to discuss trends, but the single snapshot shows a school where the vast majority of students meet state standards. State testing does not cover the earlier elementary grades, so no academic performance data is available for kindergarten through second grade.
As an elementary school, Westridge does not have a graduation rate. The school’s very low share of students from low-income households means it does not receive Title I funding, and no Title I status was reported.
The Lake Oswego School District passed a significant capital bond measure in 2022 to fund facility upgrades, safety improvements, and technology across all schools. The bond was structured as a replacement with no increase to the existing tax rate, but it commits the district to long-term capital projects. Families moving to the area may want to ask the district about how bond projects will affect Westridge specifically.
Data on programs, course access, staffing, discipline, and attendance were not available in the research materials. Without that information, it is difficult to assess the breadth of enrichment offerings such as art, music, physical education, or library services, as well as school climate beyond what test scores reveal. Parents considering Westridge may want to tour the school and ask about these areas directly.
Westridge Elementary sits in an affluent, amenity-rich community and delivers academic results that are among the strongest in Clackamas County. The student body is not particularly diverse, and the school serves a population with very few students from low-income households. For families who prioritize high proficiency rates in a well-resourced suburban setting, this school is a strong match. Those seeking greater economic diversity or a wider range of program offerings may want to investigate further with the district.
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