Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southern Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Racine, OH, covering approximately 80 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest points in the zone being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Elementary School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Southern Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1553 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Elementary School is ranked #1553 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Southern Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Elementary School, Meigs Middle School, Meigs Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Southern Elementary School?
495 students attend Southern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southern Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Elementary School?
Southern Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southern Elementary School offer ?
Southern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Elementary School part of?
Southern Elementary School is part of Southern Local School District.
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