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#42 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 4% in state

Westside Elementary School

Elementary School · CABOT SCHOOL DISTRICT

1701 S SECOND ST, Cabot, AR 72023

Enrollment

403

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#42 of 1,036

In Cabot

#1 of 15

public schools

In district

#2 of 16

CABOT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Westside Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Cabot · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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6.9/10

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About Westside Elementary School

Westside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cabot, AR, part of CABOT SCHOOL DISTRICT. Westside Elementary School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Westside Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • AR avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.6% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg+18.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected+19.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,792
Chronic Absenteeism12.7%

Westside Elementary School — Students at Westside Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.5% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.7% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 34 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
58.6%
ELA
53.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Westside Elementary School Compares

See how Westside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
96th percentile in AR
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1701 S SECOND ST, Cabot, AR 72023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WARD CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Ward), with a very similar rating. Another option is MOUNTAIN SPRINGS ELEM SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cabot, see our Cabot schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cabot 1.0 mi 6.1
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cabot 1.4 mi 6.9
CABOT PANTHER ACADEMY Cabot 1.5 mi 5.4
CABOT MIDDLE SCHOOL SOUTH Cabot 1.4 mi 6.2
CABOT HIGH SCHOOL Cabot 1.3 mi 6.6
CABOT JUNIOR HIGH SOUTH Cabot 1.6 mi 7.2
EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cabot 1.5 mi 7.8
CABOT FRESHMAN ACADEMY Cabot 1.9 mi 6.6
CABOT JUNIOR HIGH NORTH Cabot 1.8 mi 7.5
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cabot 2.0 mi 7.3
CABOT MIDDLE SCHOOL NORTH Cabot 2.4 mi 7.2
STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cabot 2.7 mi 7.4
MOUNTAIN SPRINGS ELEM SCHOOL Cabot 3.8 mi 8.1
MAGNESS CREEK ELEMENTARY Cabot 5.4 mi 7.3
WARD CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ward 5.3 mi 8.9
JACKSONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville 6.2 mi 6.9
JACKSONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 6.5 mi 6.0
MURRELL TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 8.0 mi 7.8
JACKSONVILLE LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY Jacksonville 7.8 mi 3.5
JACKSONVILLE LIGHTHOUSE HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville 7.8 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,157

Median Home Value

$202,400

Median Rent

$978/mo

Population

36,813

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

37.1

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ROOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville, AR 8.7
FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR 8.6
GENOA CENTRAL ELEM. SCHOOL Texarkana, AR 8.6
JESSIEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jessieville, AR 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westside Elementary School

What grades does Westside Elementary School serve?

Westside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Westside Elementary School?

Westside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westside Elementary School rank in AR?

Westside Elementary School ranks #42 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Westside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Westside Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westside Elementary School a charter school?

No, Westside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Westside Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Westside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westside Elementary School?

61.5% of students at Westside Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lonoke County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.7%

District

CABOT SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
10,635
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,792
District Rank
#2 of 16

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