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 Rocky Face area.

Where is Westside Elementary School located?

Westside Elementary School is a rural school in Rocky Face, GA.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary School is 14.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Rocky Face, GA?

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

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Primary|Rocky Face, Georgia|Whitfield County

Rocky Face, GA 30740

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Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Dec

Mon

Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Jan

Mon

Martin Luther King Jr. DayEventDistrict-wide

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Feb

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Mar

Fri

Spring BreakBreakDistrict-wide

School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.

May

Fri

Last Day of SchoolEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

548

Student:Teacher

14.1:1

Locale

Rural

District

Whitfield County

Econ. Disadvantaged

65.9%

Phone

(706)673-6531

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

43%

63th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

53%

79th percentile in GA

Chronic Absenteeism

3.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

14 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.4:1

Near average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

876

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

44.2

98% fully certified

Counselors

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,284

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,977

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,690

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 52%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$245,361

+1.4% 1yr+43.8% 5yr

Dalton, GA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.5%

Below 150% poverty line

5.7%

Unemployment rate

18.1%

Uninsured residents

26.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

2,186

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,076

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

914 (44%)

Other Health Impairment

379 (18%)

Autism

289 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

205 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

87 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

31 (1%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

549

Current enrollment

Declining(-12% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Thanksgiving Break - Whitfield County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Break

Mon, Dec 21, 2026

Christmas Break

Christmas Break - Whitfield County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Break

Mon, Jan 18, 2027

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

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

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No School - Whitfield County Schools Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Student Holiday - Whitfield County Schools Review the school calendar for the holiday date.	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Student Holiday - Whitfield County Schools Review the school calendar for the holiday date.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Whitfield County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Christmas Break - Whitfield County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide No School - Whitfield County Schools Check the calendar for any schedule changes related to this observance.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Winter Break - Whitfield County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Whitfield County Schools Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Last Day of School - Whitfield County Schools Review the school calendar for the final day of the academic year.	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westside Elementary School

Westside Elementary School has a total enrollment of 548 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Rocky Face, GA.