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Very Good

#867 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 38% in state

West End Elementary School

Elementary School · Rome City

5 Brown Fox Dr SW, Rome, GA 30165

Enrollment

985

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#867 of 2,268

In Rome

#12 of 18

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Rome City

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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West End Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Rome · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Alto Park Elementary School

6.7/10

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8.5/10

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About West End Elementary School

West End Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rome, GA, part of Rome City. West End Elementary School serves approximately 985 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West End Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #867 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for West End Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.4% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.4% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,188
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

West End Elementary School — Students at West End Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
45.4%
ELA
36.4%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How West End Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in GA
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

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

5 Brown Fox Dr SW, Rome, GA 30165

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West End Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Lakes Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Central Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Anna K. Davie Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rome, see our Rome schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Alto Park Elementary School Rome 0.7 mi 6.7
Garden Lakes Elementary School Rome 1.0 mi 8.5
West Central Elementary School Rome 1.3 mi 6.3
Elm Street Elementary Rome 1.5 mi 5.2
Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center Rome 1.6 mi
BERRY COLLEGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Berry 2.8 mi 4.9
THE ACADEMY OF ROME Rome 3.0 mi 6.8
Anna K. Davie Elementary Rome 3.6 mi 7.7
DARLINGTON SCHOOL Rome 4.1 mi 6.3
Coosa High School Rome 4.1 mi 7.3
Coosa Middle School Rome 4.1 mi 6.8
ST MARY SCHOOL Rome 4.5 mi 6.5
Main Elementary School Rome 4.5 mi 7.2
East Central Elementary School Rome 4.8 mi 7.8
Rome High School Rome 4.7 mi 6.2
Rome Middle School Rome 4.9 mi 5.2
Armuchee High School Rome 6.0 mi 7.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ROME Rome 5.7 mi 7.5
UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome 5.6 mi 7.1
UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome 5.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30165 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,915

Median Home Value

$209,500

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

41,998

College Educated

26.1%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West End Elementary School

What grades does West End Elementary School serve?

West End Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend West End Elementary School?

West End Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 985 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West End Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West End Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West End Elementary School rank in GA?

West End Elementary School ranks #867 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is West End Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

West End Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 West End Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West End Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is West End Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is West End Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

88.1% of students at West End 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
985
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Floyd County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

Rome City
District Enrollment
6,436
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,188
District Rank
#4 of 8

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