Serving 443 students in grades 6-8, Westside Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside Junior High School's student population of 443 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside Junior High 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 Junior High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
11%
Black
11%
41%
White
72%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Junior High School's ranking?
Westside Junior High School is ranked #507 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Westside Junior High School often compared to?
Westside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juban Parc Junior High School, Denham Springs Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Westside Junior High School?
443 students attend Westside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Westside Junior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Junior High School?
Westside Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westside Junior High School offer ?
Westside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westside Junior High School part of?
Westside Junior High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
School Reviews
4 3/12/2020
Westside is a very well put together middle school. Very respectful and well-behaved students.
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