West Side Elementary School

556 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

West Side Elementary School is a public school located in Marietta, Georgia, serving as part of the Marietta City Schools district. Known for its strong sense of community and academic focus, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous instruction with personal growth. By leveraging the resources of a city-wide school system, West Side Elementary provides students with modern classroom technology, dedicated faculty, and a curriculum designed to prepare them for success in higher grades and beyond.

Beyond its academic programs, West Side Elementary is deeply integrated into the local Marietta area. The school prioritizes fostering a supportive environment where students, parents, and teachers collaborate to create a positive learning culture. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, the institution strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining the traditions and community-focused values of the historic Marietta district.

556

Total Students

45.2

Full-Time Teachers

12.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

15.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Side Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	419
Hispanic	39
Black	59
Asian	2
Two or More	37

White
419 (75.4%)
Black
59 (10.6%)
Hispanic
39 (7.0%)
Two or More
37 (6.7%)
Asian
2 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Marietta City
Phone:	(770)429-3172
Website:	http://westside.marietta-city.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	556
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	45.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	76
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 100

Grade 1 95

Grade 2 103

Grade 3 87

Grade 4 82

Grade 5 89