Serving 442 students in grades 2-3, Southside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southside Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Palestine, TX school district, covering approximately 221.4 square miles and typically requiring a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school from various points within the zone. The average distance to the edge of the zone is about 10.3 miles, with the furthest edge located 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5035 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
41%
54%
Black
22%
13%
White
29%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #5035 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
442 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Southside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Palestine Independent School District.
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