Serving 1,850 students in grades 9-12, Southside High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Southside High School's student population of 1,850 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southside High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside High School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
18%
42%
White
71%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside High School's ranking?
Southside High School is ranked #164 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Southside High School often compared to?
Southside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O. Comeaux High School, Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southside High School?
The graduation rate of Southside High School is 93%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Southside High School?
1,850 students attend Southside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Southside High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside High School?
Southside High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southside High School offer ?
Southside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southside High School part of?
Southside High School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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