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West Side Elementary in Jacksonville, Texas, is proud to join over 5000 public, private, charter, and magnet schools worldwide in becoming a Leader in Me school. Leader in Me is a whole school transformation process that teaches 21st-century leadership and life skills to students and creates a culture of student empowerment where we believe every child can be a leader.

The JISD Student Ambassador Team consists of 24 outstanding students who were nominated, interviewed, and appointed to serve on the team. Representing every campus and grades 4 through 12, these impressive students are proud to represent Jacksonville ISD throughout the community. The Ambassadors meet once a month during the school year and have the opportunity to speak to civic organizations, community groups, and others about Jacksonville ISD, sharing the great things happening across the district.

Our West Side friends help make our campus what it is — one big family! Their support, collaboration, and shared spirit contribute to the close-knit, inclusive environment that defines West Side Elementary. Together, we celebrate our traditions, lift each other up, practice leadership qualities, and create lasting memories as one united campus. We are proud to be West Side Indians!

West Side Elementary in Jacksonville, Texas, is proud to join over 5000 public, private, charter, and magnet schools worldwide in becoming a Leader in Me school. Leader in Me is a whole school transformation process that teaches 21st-century leadership and life skills to students and creates a culture of student empowerment where we believe every child can be a leader.

In 2024, West Side Elementary was designated a Lighthouse School within the Leader in Me program. Our little leaders are the best around!

West Side Elementary in Jacksonville, Texas, is proud to join over 5000 public, private, charter, and magnet schools worldwide in becoming a Leader in Me school. Leader in Me is a whole school transformation process that teaches 21st-century leadership and life skills to students and creates a culture of student empowerment where we believe every child can be a leader.

West Side Elementary in Jacksonville, Texas, is proud to join over 5000 public, private, charter, and magnet schools worldwide in becoming a Leader in Me school. Leader in Me is a whole school transformation process that teaches 21st-century leadership and life skills to students and creates a culture of student empowerment where we believe every child can be a leader.

We are proud of the Downtown Historic Tomato Bowl, located at the end of Commerce Street on Austin Street in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. One of the last remaining downtown stadiums in Texas, the Tomato Bowl has a rich 75+ year-long history. In 2025, the Historic Tomato Bowl was voted the Best High School Stadium in Texas by Dave Campbell's Texas Football.

Welcome to Jacksonville ISD, an exceptional school district big enough to offer incredible opportunities while small enough to know every student by name. We are proud of the tremendous success we’ve had in providing a high-quality student experience across all grade levels.