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#6385 of 9,539 schools in CA
Westside Elementary
Elementary School · Coachella Valley Unified
82-225 Airport Blvd., Thermal, CA 92274
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,385 of 9,539
In Thermal
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#12 of 21
Coachella Valley Unified
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Westside Elementary
Elementary School in Thermal · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westside Elementary
Westside Elementary is a public elementary school in Thermal, CA, part of Coachella Valley Unified. Westside Elementary serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Westside Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Westside Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
55% of students at Westside Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Westside Elementary — Students at Westside Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.9/10.
How Westside Elementary Compares
See how Westside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
82-225 Airport Blvd., Thermal, CA 92274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter Pendleton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Coachella), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Coachella), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Palm View Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Coachella), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thermal, see our Thermal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Coachella Valley High Thermal | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| NOVA Academy - Coachella Santa Ana | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Peter Pendleton Elementary Coachella | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Valley View Elementary Coachella | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Coachella | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Bobby Duke Middle Coachella | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Palm View Elementary Coachella | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 4.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 4.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Indio High Indio | 5.0 mi | 4.8 |
| La Quinta Christian Fellowship School La Quinta | 4.4 mi | — |
| Harry S. Truman Elementary La Quinta | 4.6 mi | 4.0 |
| La Quinta Middle La Quinta | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| LA QUINTA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP La Quinta | 4.5 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 5.1 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,087
Median Home Value
$139,900
Median Rent
$903/mo
Population
17,909
College Educated
5.3%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
35.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westside Elementary
What grades does Westside Elementary serve?
Westside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Westside Elementary?
Westside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westside Elementary rank in CA?
Westside Elementary ranks #6,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westside Elementary a charter school?
No, Westside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westside Elementary?
92.0% of students at Westside Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.1%
- Phone
- (760) 399-5171
Resources & Links
District
Coachella Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,046
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,412
- District Rank
- #12 of 21
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