West Side Primary School serves 424 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Side Primary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Side Primary School is 0.25, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Side Primary School often compared to?
West Side Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School, Eldorado Elementary School, Galatia Grade School Annex by visitors of our site.
How many students attend West Side Primary School?
424 students attend West Side Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Side Primary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Primary School?
West Side Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Side Primary School offer ?
West Side Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is West Side Primary School part of?
West Side Primary School is part of Harrisburg CUSD 3 School District.
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