West Side Elementary School

1201 Felta Rd.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Side Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10% in CA
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

West Side Elementary School's student population of 130 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
Small School, Big Impact.

School Rankings

West Side Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#668 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
65-69%
34%
75-79%
47%
60-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
(22-23)
21.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Side Elementary School's ranking?
West Side Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Side Elementary School often compared to?
West Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Valley Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
130 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Side Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Side Elementary School?
West Side Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Side Elementary School offer ?
West Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of West Side Union Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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