Excellent
#7 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 1% in state
Westside Elementary School
Elementary School · Hood River County SD
3685 Belmont Dr, Hood River, OR 97031
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#7 of 1,226
In Hood River
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Hood River County SD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Westside Elementary School
Elementary School in Hood River · grades Kindergarten – 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 Hood River, OR, part of Hood River County SD. Westside Elementary School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Westside Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- OR avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Westside Elementary School — Students at Westside Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from OR 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: 9.7/10.
How Westside Elementary School Compares
See how Westside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3685 Belmont Dr, Hood River, OR 97031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. May Street Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Hulan L Whitson Elem (rated 7.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby White Salmon), a more accessible option. Additionally, Parkdale Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Parkdale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hood River, see our Hood River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MID-COLUMBIA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Hood River Valley High School Hood River | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Hood River Middle School Hood River | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| May Street Elementary School Hood River | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Hood River | 1.6 mi | — |
| WyEast Middle School Hood River | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 4.0 mi | 4.1 |
| White Salmon Academy White Salmon | 4.0 mi | — |
| Mid Valley Elementary School Hood River | 4.8 mi | 4.9 |
| LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Mill A Elementary School Cook | 6.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Pacific Crest Innovation Academy Cook | 6.7 mi | — |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 6.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Parkdale Elementary School Parkdale | 12.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 12.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,085
Median Home Value
$608,100
Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Population
19,145
College Educated
41.6%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest Hills Elementary School Lake Oswego, OR | 9.6 |
| Llewellyn Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.6 |
| Rieke Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.6 |
| Creston Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.5 |
| Irvington Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.5 |
| Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland, OR | 9.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westside Elementary School
What grades does Westside Elementary School serve?
Westside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary School is 16.5:1. 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 OR?
Westside Elementary School ranks #7 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Westside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
33.7% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Hood River County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (541) 386-1535
Resources & Links
District
Hood River County SD- District Enrollment
- 3,787
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,574
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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