West Side Elementary School

West Side Elementary School, which has pre-K to fifth grade, is located in Marietta and has an approximate student body size of 531, with a student-teacher ratio of around 12:1 and 44 full-time teachers. In terms of academics, West Side is ranked in the top 5% of elementary schools in Georgia with approximately 78% of students achieving math proficiency and 68% of students are proficient in reading, both of which exceed the state average of 56% for math and 39% for reading. In terms of demographics, approximately 75% of the West Side student body are White, 11% are Black, 7% are Hispanic, and 7% of students identify as two or more races. The median home sold price being $390,000. The staff at West Side Elementary School includes dedicated reading specialists and a full service support team, and West Side is routinely rated as one of the best elementary schools in Georgia for academic outcomes and their small school feel.

The school held its book fair in mid-October 2025, promoting reading and encouraging families to set up digital "eWallets" for cashless transactions.

Q1: What is West Side Elementary's vision?

Ans: West Side Elementary believes in developing both academic success and personal potential.

Q2: What type of support do gifted students receive at West Side Elementary?

Ans: West Side Elementary provides enrichment classes, as well as differentiated instruction.

Q3: Does West Side Elementary utilize technology? If so, how?

Ans: West Side Elementary uses the power of digital technology for various learning activities and experiences.

Q4: What types of community engagement and support have occurred at West Side Elementary?

Ans: West Side Elementary works with families and community and business partners.

Q5: What core values are upheld at West Side Elementary?

Ans: West Side Elementary focuses on developing respect, responsibility and perseverance.