Serving 187 students in grades 2-3, South Side Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Side Elementary School's student population of 187 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Side Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 311 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side Elementary School is 0.43, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 311 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
1%
1%
White
72%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side Elementary School's ranking?
South Side Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
How many students attend South Side Elementary School?
187 students attend South Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Side Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Side Elementary School?
South Side Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Side Elementary School offer ?
South Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is South Side Elementary School part of?
South Side Elementary School is part of Washakie County School District #1.
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