The South Side School, also known as Southside Elementary School, is a historic school in Sarasota, Florida. It is located at 1901 Webber Street. On September 14, 1984, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 681 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 85% (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 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 681 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#87 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
76%
35%
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
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 3,704 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?
85% 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?
681 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 13% 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 14:1, 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 Prekindergarten-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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