Serving 667 students in grades 3-4, Southside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
44%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #376 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
667 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Siloam Springs School District.
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