Serving 1,486 students in grades 9-12, Westside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside High School's student population of 1,486 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside High School is 0.57, 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
#3512 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
36%
Black
62%
21%
White
15%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside High School's ranking?
Westside High School is ranked #3512 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Westside High School often compared to?
Westside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward H. White High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westside High School?
The graduation rate of Westside High School is 79%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westside High School?
1,486 students attend Westside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Westside High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside High School?
Westside High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Westside High School offer ?
Westside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westside High School part of?
Westside High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Westside High School located?
Westside High School is located in the Southwest Jacksonville neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 18 other public schools located in Southwest Jacksonville.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 9/29/2021
A special thanks to Coach Deboels for keeping his promise with my son Kaloun Walker (RB) in Football, in the classroom.. he is maintaining an A: B average throughout his 4yrs at Westside High and passed all requirements needed for College.
5 6/30/2018
Thanks Mrs. Freeman and team for the hard and dedicated work. My son will be graduate this Thursday and we had never any issues what was not solved with this school.
2 10/20/2015
this school from my time there in 69,70, was an amazing school, great teachers, staff, and the great coauching crew. the pc nataion took her hearst and school, and now so ashamed the school i loved.......
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