West Side Elementary School serves 25 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Side Elementary School's student population of 25 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Side Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
84%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
25 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Side Elementary School students are White, and 16% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does West Side Elementary School offer ?
West Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of Decorah Community School District.
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