Very Good
#3308 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Westside Union Elementary
Elementary School · Los Banos Unified
659 K St., Los Banos, CA 93635
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,308 of 9,539
In Los Banos
#2 of 16
public schools
In district
#2 of 16
Los Banos Unified
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Westside Union Elementary
Westside Union Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Banos, CA, part of Los Banos Unified. Westside Union Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Union Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,308 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Westside Union Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Westside Union Elementary runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Westside Union Elementary — Students at Westside Union Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Westside Union Elementary Compares
See how Westside Union Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
659 K St., Los Banos, CA 93635
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westside Union Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Romero Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Santa Nella), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Grasslands Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Banos, see our Los Banos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Banos Elementary Los Banos | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Los Banos | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| San Luis High (Continuation) Los Banos | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Los Banos High Los Banos | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Henry Miller Elementary Los Banos | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| R. M. Miano Elementary Los Banos | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Transitional Kindergarten Center Los Banos | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Valley Los Banos Community Merced | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Los Banos Adventist Christian School Los Banos | 1.1 mi | — |
| LOS BANOS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Los Banos | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lorena Falasco Elementary Los Banos | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Mercey Springs Elementary Los Banos | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Crossroads Alternative Education Center Los Banos | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Los Banos Junior High Los Banos | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Grasslands Elementary Los Banos | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Creekside Junior High Los Banos | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Pacheco High Los Banos | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Charleston Elementary Los Banos | 5.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Volta Elementary Los Banos | 5.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Romero Elementary Santa Nella | 9.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,666
Median Home Value
$423,900
Median Rent
$1,505/mo
Population
49,232
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
51.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
30.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westside Union Elementary
What grades does Westside Union Elementary serve?
Westside Union Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Westside Union Elementary?
Westside Union Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Union Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westside Union Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westside Union Elementary rank in CA?
Westside Union Elementary ranks #3,308 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Westside Union Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Union Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Union Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside Union Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westside Union Elementary a charter school?
No, Westside Union Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westside Union Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westside Union Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westside Union Elementary?
58.8% of students at Westside Union 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
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (209) 827-9390
Resources & Links
District
Los Banos Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,057
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,419
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
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