Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westmont Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westmont Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westmont Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmont Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#235 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
16%
36%
White
57%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmont Elementary School's ranking?
Westmont Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Westmont Elementary School often compared to?
Westmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Westmont Elementary School?
509 students attend Westmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Westmont Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmont Elementary School?
Westmont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westmont Elementary School offer ?
Westmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Westmont Elementary School part of?
Westmont Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
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