Serving 460 students in grades 5-8, Southside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southside Middle School's student population of 460 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#577 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
29%
32%
White
61%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Middle School's ranking?
Southside Middle School is ranked #577 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Southside Middle School often compared to?
Southside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tallassee High School, Tallassee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Southside Middle School?
460 students attend Southside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Southside Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Middle School?
Southside Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Southside Middle School offer ?
Southside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Southside Middle School part of?
Southside Middle School is part of Tallassee City School District.
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