WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Westside Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Lowndes County school district, located in Valdosta, GA with about 921 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 56 teachers, Westside Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Elementary School, located at 2470 James Road in Valdosta, Georgia, is a public school serving students within the Lowndes County School District. As a key component of the local educational landscape, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. It serves the surrounding community by providing a foundational education designed to prepare young students for middle school and beyond through a curriculum aligned with Georgia’s educational standards.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Westside Elementary is characterized by its commitment to school-community partnerships and the holistic development of its students. The school actively encourages parental involvement and maintains a digital presence through its official website, which serves as a central hub for administrative resources, event calendars, and updates regarding school policies. By focusing on both intellectual achievement and a positive school climate, Westside Elementary strives to ensure that every student has access to the tools and guidance necessary for long-term success.
For more information, contact Westside Elementary School at (229) 245-2289 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
http://wes.lowndes.k12.ga.us/
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Valdosta, GA with about 921 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Lowndes County
- Total Students:
- 921
- Teachers:
- 56.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 921 students
- White
- 65.7%
- Black or African American
- 21.2%
- Two or more races
- 5.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.5%
- Asian
- 2.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.