Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southridge Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Southridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southridge Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
6%
13%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southridge Elementary School's ranking?
Southridge Elementary School is ranked #414 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Southridge Elementary School often compared to?
Southridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie Wadsworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Southridge Elementary School?
407 students attend Southridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Southridge Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southridge Elementary School?
Southridge Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southridge Elementary School offer ?
Southridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southridge Elementary School part of?
Southridge Elementary School is part of School Town Of Highland School District.
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