Serving 175 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Southside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 175 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To Equip All Students for a Promising Future!
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#146 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Southside Elementary School often compared to?
Southside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sagle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
175 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Lake Pend Oreille School District.
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