Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westside Elementary serves the west part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1569 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #1569 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunbar Elementary School, Hawkins Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
269 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Westside Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Westside Elementary School located?
Westside Elementary School is located in the Frayser neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 21 other public schools located in Frayser.
School Reviews
4 1/23/2026
As a surrogate grandfather to a young girl from Afghanistan, I visited Westside Elementary several times a year - lunch with grandparents day, field day, make a gingerbread house activity, etc. The staff was always very welcoming and helpful, and my granddaughter learned a lot from her teachers. The school population is substantially underprivileged, which explains the low achievement ratings. But my granddaughter enjoyed her two years there and did well.
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