What grades does Westside Elementary School serve?

Westside Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Valdosta area.

Where is Westside Elementary School located?

Westside Elementary School is a rural school in Valdosta, GA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary School is 15.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Valdosta, GA?

Schools in Valdosta include Westside Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Valdosta area.

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Westside Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Valdosta, Georgia|Lowndes County

Valdosta, GA 31601

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Oct

Mon

Fall BreakEvent

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Oct

Wed

Digital Learning for Students/Professional Learning for TeachersEvent

Oct

Wed

Digital Learning Day / Teacher PLStaff DayDistrict-wide

Teacher Professional Learning

Nov

Wed

Veteran's Day BreakfastBreakDistrict-wide

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Nov

Sat

Wrestling @ Thanksgiving ThrowdownHolidayDistrict-wide

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Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving HolidayEvent

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

926

Student:Teacher

15.2:1

Locale

Rural

District

Lowndes County

Econ. Disadvantaged

51.3%

Phone

(229)245-2289

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

53%

80th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

62%

88th percentile in GA

Chronic Absenteeism

3.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

100 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.6:1

Near average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

675

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

97% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

0.33000001

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,014

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,447

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,984

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 49%Local 37%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$218,910

+2.4% 1yr+43.8% 5yr

Valdosta, GA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

31.0%

Below 150% poverty line

5.1%

Unemployment rate

15.1%

Uninsured residents

10.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,756

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,697

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

560 (33%)

Speech/Language Impairment

311 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

284 (17%)

Autism

211 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

124 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

37 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

904

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Fall Break

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Event

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Digital Learning for Students/Professional Learning for Teachers

Event

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Digital Learning Day / Teacher PL

Teacher Professional Learning

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Lowndes County. Westside Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day: No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Student Holiday-No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	FBLA Breakfast PartyDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Digital Learning for Students/Professional Learning for Teachers	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Digital Learning Day / Teacher PLDistrict-wide Teacher Professional Learning	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's Day BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for time, location and how to participate.	Break	—
Sat, Nov 14, 2026	Wrestling @ Thanksgiving ThrowdownDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Viking Village Holiday ShoppeDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	MAP TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Early Release/End of Semester	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Holiday Review the calendar for holiday observance dates.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Christmas HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance dates.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Student Holiday/Professional Learning for Teachers Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the holiday date.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Christmas Break - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the holiday date.	Holiday	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Students Return to School	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK, Jr. HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	Jostens Ring Orders (Teacher Dining)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Winter Break - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete winter break dates.	Break	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	Digital Learning for Students/Professional Learning for Teachers	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Early Release for Students/Data Day for Teachers	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Early Release / Data Day TeachersDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Apr 15, 2027	Purple Up Day Review the announcement for participation details and guidelines.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Jostens Sr Delivery (Lunches - Teacher Dining)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation week activities and dates.	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Early Release/Last Day of School Review the school calendar for early release time and last day details.	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Lowndes High School Graduation	Event	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Post-planning	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—