Serving 530 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- 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 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Southdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southdale Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
7%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
75%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #377 out of 3,181 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 Weller Elementary School, Stingley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
530 students attend Southdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Southdale Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southdale Elementary School?
Southdale Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southdale Elementary School part of?
Southdale Elementary School is part of Kettering City School District.
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