Serving 295 students in grades 5-8, South Side Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Side Middle School's student population of 295 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Side Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#434 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side Middle School's ranking?
South Side Middle School is ranked #434 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are South Side Middle School often compared to?
South Side Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Middle School, Leetonia Elementary K-6 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend South Side Middle School?
295 students attend South Side Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Side Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Side Middle School?
South Side Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Side Middle School offer ?
South Side Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is South Side Middle School part of?
South Side Middle School is part of Columbiana Exempted Village School District.
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