Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-2, 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 48% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 48%
- Reading Proficiency: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 318 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)48%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)33%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
51%
15%
Black
18%
21%
White
25%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watauga Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TN state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
318 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Westside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Robertson County School District.
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