WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Westside Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lafayette Parish school district, located in Scott, LA with about 304 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. 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 18 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 in Scott, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Lafayette Parish School System. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the elementary grades, focusing on core academic development, literacy, and numeracy. As a hub for the local Scott community, the school emphasizes a culture of character development and academic growth, striving to prepare its students for their transition into middle school.

Beyond its standard curriculum, Westside Elementary is known for its efforts to integrate technology into the classroom and its commitment to student engagement through various extracurricular activities. The school maintains a strong emphasis on maintaining close partnerships between educators, students, and families to ensure a collaborative approach to education. By prioritizing both academic achievement and the emotional well-being of its student body, Westside Elementary remains a central pillar of the Scott community, dedicated to equipping children with the essential skills needed for long-term success.

For more information, contact Westside Elementary School at (337) 521-7820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.