WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 681 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 53 teachers, WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 4111 W 13th St in Grand Island, Nebraska, serves as a key educational hub for the Grand Island Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of students during their critical middle school years. By offering a diverse range of core subjects and elective programs, Westridge aims to prepare its student body for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing both intellectual growth and character building.
Beyond its classroom curriculum, WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL plays an active role in the local community, promoting a culture of inclusivity and engagement. The school leverages its facilities and faculty to encourage extracurricular participation, including athletics, arts, and student organizations, which help students explore their interests and build strong interpersonal skills. As a vital part of the Grand Island community, Westridge focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while contributing positively to their school environment.
For more information, contact WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL at (308) 385-5886 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GRAND ISLAND, NE 68803-2915
(308) 385-5886
WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 681 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 681
- Teachers:
- 53.17
- 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 681 students
- White
- 66.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 27.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.5%
- Black or African American
- 2.1%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 50.1%
- Male
- 49.9%
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.