Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Westside Atlanta Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Atlanta Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westside Atlanta Charter School's student population of 347 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Westside Atlanta Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Atlanta Charter School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#973 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
71%
36%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Atlanta Charter School's ranking?
Westside Atlanta Charter School is ranked #973 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Westside Atlanta Charter School?
347 students attend Westside Atlanta Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Westside Atlanta Charter School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Atlanta Charter School?
Westside Atlanta Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside Atlanta Charter School offer ?
Westside Atlanta Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Atlanta Charter School part of?
Westside Atlanta Charter School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Westside Atlanta Charter School located?
Westside Atlanta Charter School is located in the West Highlands neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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