Serving 806 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southside Elementary serves the southwest area of Lebanon, TN, covering approximately 85.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance being about 12.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 806 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
806 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #557 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Southside Elementary School often compared to?
Southside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gladeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
806 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Wilson County School District.
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