Serving 682 students in grades 4-6, Westside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westside Elementary serves the northeast part of Smithfield, VA, covering an area of approximately 167 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 682 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
682 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#771 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #771 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Elementary School, Carrollton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
682 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Westside Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Isle Of Wight County School District.
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