Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Westside Elementary School serves the northern part of Hood River, OR, covering an attendance zone of approximately 55.7 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#131 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
66%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like May Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
394 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Westside Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Hood River County School District.
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