Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Side Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Side Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Side Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Side Elementary School often compared to?
West Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
254 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Side Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Side Elementary School?
West Side Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Side Elementary School offer ?
West Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of Cannon County School District.
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