Excellent
#116 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 9% 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
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Hood River
#2 of 6
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#100 of 689
In district
#3 of 8
Hood River County SD
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Westside Elementary School
Westside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hood River, OR, part of the Hood River County SD. The school serves approximately 380 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 90.6th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 60% proficiency in math, 28 points above the state average and 65% in reading/language arts, 22 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $86,085, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
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 6 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: 7.9/10.
How Westside Elementary School Compares
See how Westside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 64% (2019) to 58% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 69% (2019) to 66.3% (2025).
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 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mill A Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Cook), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dallesport Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Lyle), 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 | 7.6 |
| May Street Elementary School Hood River | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| 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 | 6.0 |
| WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| White Salmon Academy White Salmon | 4.0 mi | — |
| Mid Valley Elementary School Hood River | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Mill A Elementary School Cook | 6.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Pacific Crest Innovation Academy Cook | 6.7 mi | — |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 6.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkdale Elementary School Parkdale | 12.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 12.7 mi | 7.0 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Westside Elementary School has a median household income of $86,085. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $608,100, with a median rent of $1,411/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cascades School Lebanon, OR | 8.5 |
| John Tuck Elementary School Redmond, OR | 8.5 |
| Ladd Acres Elementary School Hillsboro, OR | 8.5 |
| Stafford Primary School West Linn, OR | 8.5 |
| Terra Linda Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.5 |
| Barnes Butte Elementary Prineville, OR | 8.4 |
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 is ranked #116 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Westside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Westside Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westside Elementary School has 59.7% math proficiency and 65.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
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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
- Phone
- (541) 386-1535
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Hood River County SD- District Enrollment
- 3,787
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,574
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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