Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Southside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 481 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
27%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
54%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #591 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Southside Elementary School often compared to?
Southside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
481 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Coweta School District.
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