Serving 793 students in grades 6-8, Westside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westside Middle School serves the west part of Winder, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 37 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside Middle School's student population of 793 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
793 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Westside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1605 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon & Silver
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Middle School's ranking?
Westside Middle School is ranked #1605 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Westside Middle School often compared to?
Westside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Creek Middle School, Russell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Westside Middle School?
793 students attend Westside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Westside Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Middle School?
Westside Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside Middle School offer ?
Westside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Middle School part of?
Westside Middle School is part of Barrow County School District.
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