Serving 999 students in grades 9-12, Westside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westside High School's student population of 999 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
999 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2025 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
73%
36%
White
15%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside High School's ranking?
Westside High School is ranked #2025 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Westside High School often compared to?
Westside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Richmond County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westside High School?
The graduation rate of Westside High School is 79%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Westside High School?
999 students attend Westside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Westside High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside High School?
Westside High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside High School offer ?
Westside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westside High School part of?
Westside High School is part of Richmond County School District.
School Calendar
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