Serving 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 667 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 79% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#498 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
32%
11%
Black
42%
41%
White
23%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #498 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. Wallace James Elementary School, L. Leo Judice Elementary School, Myrtle Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
667 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Westside Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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