Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Westside Elementary School serves the east part of Idaho Falls, ID, covering an area of approximately 27.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 7.2 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A World Class Education
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
21%
21%
White
75%
72%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Fox Hollow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
483 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Westside Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho 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 Idaho Falls School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Westside's teachers are amazing. They teach my child more than school subjects. They teach them confidence. Keep up the good work.
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