Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary serves the southern part of Plymouth, MA, covering an area of approximately 34.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
South Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #679 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manomet Elementary School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
614 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Plymouth School District.
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