Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Side Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Side Elementary School's student population of 284 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
96%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Elementary School's ranking?
West Side Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are West Side Elementary School often compared to?
West Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heber Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
284 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Side Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Side Elementary School?
West Side Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Side Elementary School offer ?
West Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of West Side School District (Cleburne).
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