South Side Elementary School (Closed 2009)

South Side Elementary School serves 282 students in grades Kindergarten-5. 
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (IN)
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend South Side Elementary School?
282 students attend South Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of South Side Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Side Elementary School offer ?
South Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Side Elementary School part of?
South Side Elementary School is part of Community Schools Of Frankfort.

Recent Articles

Understanding School Safety Policies in 2026
Understanding School Safety Policies in 2026
Learn how school safety policies are evolving in 2026, including mental health support, AI monitoring, emergency planning, and parent rights.
How to Support Your Child’s Mental Health at School
How to Support Your Child’s Mental Health at School
Practical guidance for parents and educators on supporting child mental health during the school year, with expert strategies and 2026 insights.
What a National Blue Ribbon of Distinction Means in 2026
What a National Blue Ribbon of Distinction Means in 2026
Understand what a National Blue Ribbon of Distinction means, how schools earn it, and why it matters for academic quality in 2026.