Southside Elementary School serves 681 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Southside Elementary School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 681 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School is ranked within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
2%
21%
White
77%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
681 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 11, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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