Serving 249 students in grades 7-12, South Side High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Side High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 111.5 square miles in Bee Branch, AR, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 10.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Side High School's student population of 249 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Side High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
90%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2010–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side High School's ranking?
South Side High School is ranked #572 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are South Side High School often compared to?
South Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton High School, Shirley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Side High School?
The graduation rate of South Side High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend South Side High School?
249 students attend South Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of South Side High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Side High School?
South Side High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Side High School offer ?
South Side High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Side High School part of?
South Side High School is part of South Side School District (Van Buren).
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