Serving 339 students in grades 3-5, Southside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1160 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
22%
21%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #1160 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
339 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Giles County School District.
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