Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Side Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Side Elementary School's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
362 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
3%
15%

Black
3%
21%

White
90%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Elementary School's ranking?
West Side Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West Side Elementary School often compared to?
West Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harold Mccormick Elementary School, East Side Elementary School, Valley Forge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
362 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Side Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Elementary School?
West Side Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Side Elementary School offer ?
West Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of Elizabethton School District.
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