Southside Middle School
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Middle School's ranking?
Southside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for: Most diverse schools (Top 5%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southside Middle School?
909 students attend Southside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Southside Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Middle School?
Southside Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Southside Middle School offer ?
Southside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southside Middle School part of?
Southside Middle School is part of Duval School District.
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