Serving 387 students in grades 6-8, Westside Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westside Middle School's student population of 387 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside Middle 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 Westside Middle School is 0.37, 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
#409 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
2%
36%
White
78%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Middle School's ranking?
Westside Middle School is ranked #409 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Westside Middle School often compared to?
Westside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Point Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Westside Middle School?
387 students attend Westside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Westside Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Middle School?
Westside Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside Middle School offer ?
Westside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westside Middle School part of?
Westside Middle School is part of Whitfield County School District.
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