Overview

Westgate Elementary School is a public school in Lakewood, CO, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 101 elementary schools in Jeffco Public Schools.

School Rating

Westgate Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Colorado with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

8550 West Vassar Drive
Lakewood, CO 80227
School leader: Val Calvert
(303) 982-9130
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