WESTSIDE UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Westside Union Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Banos Unified school district, located in Los Banos, CA with about 701 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Westside Union Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Westside Union Elementary School, located in Los Banos, California, is a public school serving students in the Westside Union School District. Situated in a region with a deep agricultural history, the school functions as a core community hub, focusing on providing foundational academic instruction to students in the primary grade levels. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social development to prepare children for their future educational endeavors.

Beyond core academics, Westside Union Elementary prioritizes the cultivation of a positive school culture by encouraging student engagement and community involvement. The staff works to integrate modern educational practices with the unique needs of the local student population, aiming to close achievement gaps and promote inclusive learning. As part of a district that serves a diverse community, the school remains focused on steady improvement and ensuring that students have access to the resources necessary to succeed in a changing academic landscape.

For more information, contact Westside Union Elementary at (209) 827-9390 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.