Serving 984 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westside Elementary School serves the southern part of Palm Bay, FL, covering an area of approximately 59.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 984 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
984 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1201 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #1201 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
984 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Westside Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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