Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
68%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like May Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
380 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Westside Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 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 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Hood River County School District.
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