South Side High School

334 Southside Rd
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 247 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Side High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

South Side High School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Hornet
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Blue

School Rankings

South Side High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AR)
#604 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
38%
35-39%
40%
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
92%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Side High School's ranking?
South Side High School is ranked #604 out of 997 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 88%.
How many students attend South Side High School?
247 students attend South Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Side High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 13:1.
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(Vanburen).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

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