Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southside K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Southside K-8's student population of 293 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Southside K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside K-8 is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#583 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
93%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside K-8's ranking?
Southside K-8 is ranked #583 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Southside K-8 often compared to?
Southside K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Kimball Elementary School, Sandy River Middle School, Iaeger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Southside K-8?
293 students attend Southside K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southside K-8 students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside K-8?
Southside K-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southside K-8 offer ?
Southside K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southside K-8 part of?
Southside K-8 is part of Mcdowell County Schools School District.
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