Westside Middle School Jacksonville Overview &amp; Info (2026 List)

About Westside Middle School

Westside Middle School is located at 4815 Wesconnett Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32210. It serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of Duval County Public Schools. Enrollment is approximately 667 students, giving it one of the largest middle school populations on Jacksonville’s westside. The student–teacher ratio is about 21:1, supporting standard classroom group sizes across core subjects. The student population is roughly 52% male and 48% female. According to state assessment data, about 27% of students demonstrate proficiency in mathematics, while reading proficiency is near 24%. The school operates as a traditional public middle school with targeted academic support programs for students needing additional instructional assistance. Westside Middle School draws students from nearby west Jacksonville neighborhoods through regular attendance zones set by the district. Homes around the area generally sit near $245,000, depending on property condition and location within the community. Families comparing schools across the area may also come across Westside Middle School when looking at the best middle school in Florida options.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 27%

Reading 24%

State average proficiency is 27% in Math and 24% in Reading.

32

Full-time Teachers

21 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

1

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

667

Total Students

$66972

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 15.44%

Asian 1.2%

Hispanic 22.19%

Black 55.17%

Two+ Races 5.4%

Native Am. 0.15%

White

15.44%

Asian

1.2%

Hispanic

22.19%

Black

55.17%

Two+ Races

5.4%

Native Am.

0.15%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 667

47.83%

319 Female

52.17%

348 Male

Student Population

667 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

333 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Westside Middle School Contact Information

Address

4815 WESCONNETT BLVD, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32210

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Phone

(904) 573-1000

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Website

http://www.duvalschools.org/wms

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:30 AM - 4:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Westside Middle School in Jacksonville is set to receive upgraded security systems as part of a district-wide installation of walk-through detection equipment across Duval County middle schools announced for the 2025–2026 school year. The rollout is being completed in phases, with campuses across the district included in the first wave. School officials say the update is part of broader efforts to improve daily campus safety and streamline entry procedures. The changes are expected to be implemented while regular classes continue without disruption.

FAQ

Q1. What extracurricular activities does Westside Middle School offer?

Ans. Westside Middle School has different clubs and activity groups that students can join during the year based on interest.

Q2. Are sports available at Westside Middle School?

Ans. Yes, students at Westside Middle School can take part in seasonal sports teams depending on tryouts and eligibility.

Q3. Does Westside Middle School provide academic help for students?

Ans. Westside Middle School offers extra help sessions where students can get support from teachers in subjects they find difficult.

Q4. Are elective classes offered at Westside Middle School?

Ans. Students at Westside Middle School can choose electives such as arts, technology, and other interest-based classes.

Q5. How can parents stay involved with Westside Middle School?

Ans. Parents at Westside Middle School stay informed through school events, messages, and regular updates from staff.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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