Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Southside Elementary serves the eastern part of Powell, WY, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Southside Shines SignificantlyHelpingIndividualsNurtureEducationalSuccess
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.41, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 303 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Southside Elementary School often compared to?
Southside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
287 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Park County School District # 1.
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