Southside School District (independence)
School District · Batesville, Arkansas
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,049
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,049
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
How this district compares
Arkansas rank
#185 of 244
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Arkansas avg
Per-pupil spending
$10,049
$2,357 vs Arkansas median
District size
2,204 students
Much larger than Arkansas median
About Southside School District (independence)
Southside School District (independence) is a Batesville, Arkansas school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 2,204 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1. The district invests $10,049 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Southside School District (independence) demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Southside Charter High School, which has a composite score of 7.1/10.
In standardized testing, Southside School District (independence) students show an average math proficiency of 47.7% and ELA proficiency of 37.9%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Southside School District (independence), colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Southside School District (independence) with test data.
Schools in Southside School District (independence)
4 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Arkansas
- City
- Batesville
- Total Enrollment
- 2,204
- Teachers (FTE)
- 171
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Southside School District (independence)?
Southside School District (independence) has 4 schools in total — 1 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Southside School District (independence)?
The average composite rating for Southside School District (independence) is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Southside School District (independence)?
Southside School District (independence) spends $10,049 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Southside School District (independence)?
The average student-teacher ratio in Southside School District (independence) is 12.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Southside School District (independence)?
Southside Charter High School is the highest-rated school in Southside School District (independence) with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What are the test scores in Southside School District (independence)?
Across schools in Southside School District (independence) with test data, the average math proficiency is 47.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 37.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Southside School District (independence) compare to other districts in Arkansas?
Southside School District (independence) has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Arkansas by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 47.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 37.9%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
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Compare Southside School District (independence) with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Sheridan School District (7)
- Paragould School District (7)
- Pine Bluff School District (7)
- Founders Classical Academies of Arkansas (7)
- Jacksonville North Pulaski School District (7)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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