Serving 342 students in grades 2-5, Westside Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westside Intermediate's student population of 342 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Intermediate is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
10%
33%
White
64%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Intermediate's ranking?
Westside Intermediate is ranked #505 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westside Intermediate often compared to?
Westside Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Prince Street School, Northwestern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westside Intermediate?
342 students attend Westside Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Westside Intermediate students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Intermediate?
Westside Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside Intermediate offer ?
Westside Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Intermediate part of?
Westside Intermediate is part of Wicomico County School District.
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