Western Elementary School

1730 Welcome Rd
Newnan, GA 30263
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Western Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
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), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 30% in GA
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Western Elementary School's student population of 454 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Western Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#589 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
50-54%
39%
40-44%
40%
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
28%
36%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Western Elementary School's ranking?
Western Elementary School is ranked #589 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Western Elementary School often compared to?
Western Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elm Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Western Elementary School?
454 students attend Western Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Western Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Elementary School?
Western Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Elementary School offer ?
Western Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Elementary School part of?
Western Elementary School is part of Coweta County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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