West Side Primary School serves 407 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Side Primary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Side Primary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Side Primary School often compared to?
West Side Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School, Eldorado Elementary School, Gallatin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend West Side Primary School?
407 students attend West Side Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Side Primary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Primary School?
West Side Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Side Primary School offer ?
West Side Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is West Side Primary School part of?
West Side Primary School is part of Harrisburg CUSD 3 School District.
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