Serving 696 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Southside Elementary School serves the northwest part of Sarasota, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.6 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#63 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
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)2.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #63 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southside Elementary School often compared to?
Southside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Ashton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
696 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
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 17:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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