Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Southside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 183 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 709 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Southside Elementary School often compared to?
Southside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sagle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
183 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southside Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Lake Pend Oreille School District.
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