Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Side Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South Side Elementary School's student population of 442 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1919
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
South Side Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side Elementary School is 0.57, which is less 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
#145 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
7%
21%
White
62%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side Elementary School's ranking?
South Side Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Side Elementary School often compared to?
South Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Side Elementary School, Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend South Side Elementary School?
442 students attend South Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of South Side Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Side Elementary School?
South Side Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Side Elementary School offer ?
South Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Side Elementary School part of?
South Side Elementary School is part of Johnson City School District.
In what neighborhood is South Side Elementary School located?
South Side Elementary School is located in the Tree Streets neighborhood of Johnson City, TN.
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