South Elementary School serves 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Watervliet, MI, covering approximately 37.7 square miles, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 8 miles away. Parents can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school from anywhere within the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Countryside Academy Elementary School, Coloma Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend South Elementary School?
335 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Watervliet School District.
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