Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southdale Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southdale Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
5%
17%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southdale Elementary School's ranking?
Southdale Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Southdale Elementary School often compared to?
Southdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stingley Elementary School, Weller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Southdale Elementary School?
490 students attend Southdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Southdale Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southdale Elementary School?
Southdale Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southdale Elementary School offer ?
Southdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Southdale Elementary School part of?
Southdale Elementary School is part of Kettering City School District.
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