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Westside Elementary School

Elementary School · BAKER

1 PANTHER CIR, Glen St. Mary, FL 32040

Enrollment

629

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.7

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,285 of 3,778

In Glen St. Mary

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

BAKER

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Westside Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Glen St. Mary · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Westside Elementary School

Westside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glen St. Mary, FL, part of BAKER. Westside Elementary School serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio.

Westside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,285 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Westside Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.2 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,376
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

Westside Elementary School — Students at Westside Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL 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
88%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
48.7%
ELA
53%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Westside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
40th percentile in FL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

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

1 PANTHER CIR, Glen St. Mary, FL 32040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. St. George Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby St. George), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRYCEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Bryceville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MACCLENNY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Macclenny), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen St. Mary, see our Glen St. Mary schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BAKER COUNTY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glen St. Mary 0.2 mi 6.0
FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY Macclenny 1.6 mi 6.4
MACCLENNY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Macclenny 2.0 mi 8.8
BAKER COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Macclenny 2.4 mi 5.3
PREK/KINDERGARTEN CENTER Macclenny 2.5 mi 6.6
MAMIE AGNES JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin 10.7 mi 4.5
BALDWIN MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin 10.9 mi 5.1
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baldwin 11.1 mi 6.0
CLAY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 13.0 mi 6.0
BRYCEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bryceville 14.9 mi 8.9
LAWTEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lawtey 17.0 mi 8.5
SAN JOSE EARLY COLLEGE AT CECIL Jacksonville 16.1 mi
St. George Elementary School St. George 18.3 mi 9.0
WILKINSON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Middleburg 18.7 mi 7.0
J.L. WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middleburg 18.9 mi 7.6
WEST MEADOWS BAPTIST ACADEMY Jacksonville 17.8 mi 7.2
JACKSONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville 17.9 mi 6.1
CHAFFEE TRAIL ELEMENTARY Jacksonville 18.2 mi 4.0
WHITEHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 18.6 mi 6.4
LAKE BUTLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Butler 21.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,667

Median Home Value

$203,900

Median Rent

$1,011/mo

Population

8,754

College Educated

13.5%

Homeownership

85.6%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

20.3%

Median Age

35.2

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BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL 5.7
CARRIE P. MEEK/WESTVIEW K-8 CENTER Miami, FL 5.7
CRESTHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach, FL 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westside Elementary School

What grades does Westside Elementary School serve?

Westside Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Westside Elementary School?

Westside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary School is 18:1. 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 FL?

Westside Elementary School ranks #2,285 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Westside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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?

62.5% 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Baker County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

BAKER
District Enrollment
4,929
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,376
District Rank
#4 of 5

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