Westside Elementary School serves 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Westside Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
30%
18%
Black
18%
36%
White
47%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School, Youngs Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
548 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Westside Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Polk County School District.
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