Southside Elementary School serves 675 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 675 students has grown by 154% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 176% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
675 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
52%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
675 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Southside Elementary School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
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 Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Yes Prep Public Schools Inc.
In what neighborhood is Southside Elementary School located?
Southside Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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