Serving 629 students in grades 1-5, Westside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 629 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
629 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#737 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
37%

Black
10%
21%

White
82%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #737 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macclenny Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
629 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Westside Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Baker School District.
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