Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Side Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Side Elementary School serves the northwest part of Marietta, GA, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most students can expect to drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Side Elementary School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
There’s no place like West Side!
School Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#92 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
11%
36%
White
75%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Elementary School's ranking?
West Side Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Side Elementary School often compared to?
West Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A.l. Burruss Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School, Kincaid Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
556 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of West Side Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Side Elementary School?
West Side Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Side Elementary School offer ?
West Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of Marietta City School District.
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