Westside Middle School serves 281 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside Middle School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westside Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
90%
20%
White
3%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Westside Middle School?
281 students attend Westside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Westside Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Westside Middle School offer ?
Westside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westside Middle School part of?
Westside Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
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