Southside Elementary School serves 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 128% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 135% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
55%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
606 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Southside Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Yes Preparatory Public Schools Inc.
In what neighborhood is Southside Elementary School located?
Southside Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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