Serving 173 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Southside Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Southside Academy's student population of 173 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive environment in which to develop each student鈥檚 ability to reach their highest potential academically.
School Rankings
Southside Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Academy is 0.51, 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
#2742 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
68%
17%
White
4%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
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 Southside Academy's ranking?
Southside Academy is ranked #2742 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Southside Academy?
173 students attend Southside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Southside Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Academy?
Southside Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southside Academy offer ?
Southside Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Academy part of?
Southside Academy is part of Southside Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Southside Academy located?
Southside Academy is located in the Warren neighborhood of Youngstown, OH.
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