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#70 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 4% in state

West Side Elementary

Elementary School · Elizabethton

1310 Burgie ST, Elizabethton, TN 37643

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#70 of 1,786

In Elizabethton

#1 of 13

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Elizabethton

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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West Side Elementary

9.0/10

Elementary School in Elizabethton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About West Side Elementary

West Side Elementary is a public elementary school in Elizabethton, TN, part of Elizabethton. West Side Elementary serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for West Side Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+29.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.8 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+42.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,343
Chronic Absenteeism7.7%

West Side Elementary — Students at West Side Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
60.6%
ELA
68.4%
2025
Math
68.7%
ELA
71.6%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How West Side Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
96th percentile in TN
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

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

1310 Burgie ST, Elizabethton, TN 37643

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Side Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Forge Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Harold McCormick Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mary Hughes School (rated 8.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Piney Flats), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Elizabethton, see our Elizabethton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Elizabethton High School Elizabethton 0.4 mi 6.5
EAST TN CHRISTIAN HOME & ACADEMY Elizabethton 0.6 mi
T A Dugger Junior High School Elizabethton 1.0 mi 7.6
Harold McCormick Elementary Elizabethton 1.7 mi 8.4
East Side Elementary Elizabethton 2.4 mi 7.5
Central Elementary Johnson City 2.4 mi 7.5
Happy Valley High School Elizabethton 2.6 mi 4.0
Siam Learning Center Elizabethton 2.8 mi 3.6
Carter County Online Academy Elizabethton 2.8 mi 7.2
Happy Valley Middle School Elizabethton 2.8 mi 6.6
ELIZABETHTON ACADEMY Elizabethton 2.7 mi
Happy Valley Elementary Johnson City 2.9 mi 7.4
Valley Forge Elementary Elizabethton 3.7 mi 8.6
Mountain View Elementary Johnson City 5.1 mi 6.4
Hunter Elementary Elizabethton 5.2 mi 7.2
ASHLEY ACADEMY Johnson City 5.7 mi 6.8
Hampton High School Hampton 6.0 mi 5.2
Mary Hughes School Piney Flats 6.2 mi 8.2
Hampton Elementary Hampton 5.9 mi 7.4
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Johnson City 5.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,455

Median Home Value

$156,200

Median Rent

$733/mo

Population

33,690

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Median Age

46.2

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Gainesboro Elementary Gainesboro, TN 9.0
Highland Park Elementary Lenoir City, TN 9.0
Beech Elementary Hendersonville, TN 9.1
Dresden Elementary Dresden, TN 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Side Elementary

What grades does West Side Elementary serve?

West Side Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend West Side Elementary?

West Side Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Side Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West Side Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Side Elementary rank in TN?

West Side Elementary ranks #70 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is West Side Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

West Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Side Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Side Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Side Elementary a charter school?

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

Is West Side Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Carter County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

District

Elizabethton
District Enrollment
2,689
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,343
District Rank
#1 of 5

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