Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Southside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Southside Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Middle School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1657 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
16%
13%
White
64%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Middle School's ranking?
Southside Middle School is ranked #1657 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Southside Middle School?
498 students attend Southside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Southside Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Middle School?
Southside Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southside Middle School offer ?
Southside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southside Middle School part of?
Southside Middle School is part of Muncie Community Schools School District.
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