South Side Elementary School

1500 Rosa Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 292 students in grades 3-6, South Side Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 3-6
  • Enrollment: 292 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 50% in MS
  • : 42% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

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School Overview

South Side Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
292 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Rankings

South Side Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (MS)
#248 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
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42%
37%
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39%
35%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
2%
4%
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Black
34%
47%
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White
60%
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.53
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Side Elementary School's ranking?
South Side Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Side Elementary School often compared to?
South Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roseland Park Elementary School, West Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend South Side Elementary School?
292 students attend South Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Side Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Side Elementary School?
South Side Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Side Elementary School offer ?
South Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is South Side Elementary School part of?
South Side Elementary School is part of Picayune School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 3-6
  • Enrollment: 292 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 42% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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