Westside Middle School

Westside Middle School serves 401 students in grades 6-8 in Rocky Face, Georgia, offering a close-knit educational environment with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1 and 30 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned a solid 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #607 out of 2,271 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 73rd percentile among Georgia schools. Academically, Westside Middle School demonstrates steady performance with 52% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 55% in mathematics across all grade levels.

These results reflect the school's commitment to helping students build foundational skills during these crucial middle school years. The school draws from a stable community where the median household income is $76,088 and the median home value is $208,500. The surrounding area maintains a low poverty rate of 9.3%, contributing to a supportive learning environment.

While 20% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, the community values education and family stability. Located in a rural setting near the town of Rocky Face in Whitfield County, Westside Middle School benefits from the advantages of small-town Georgia life while maintaining access to broader educational resources and opportunities.

Located in a rural area, Westside Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.