Needs Improvement
#3509 of 3,778 schools in FL
Southside Middle School
Middle School · DUVAL
2948 KNIGHTS LN E, Jacksonville, FL 32216
Enrollment
814
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
814
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,509 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#153 of 184
public schools
In district
#162 of 194
DUVAL
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About Southside Middle School
Southside Middle School is a public middle school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Southside Middle School serves approximately 814 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,509 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
75% of students at Southside Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Southside Middle School — Students at Southside Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Southside Middle School Compares
See how Southside Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2948 KNIGHTS LN E, Jacksonville, FL 32216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RIVER CITY SCIENCE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAMUEL W. WOLFSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,253
Median Home Value
$244,800
Median Rent
$1,311/mo
Population
41,323
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southside Middle School
What grades does Southside Middle School serve?
Southside Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Southside Middle School?
Southside Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 814 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Middle School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southside Middle School rank in FL?
Southside Middle School ranks #3,509 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Southside Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Southside Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside Middle School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southside Middle School a charter school?
No, Southside Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southside Middle School a Title I school?
No, Southside Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southside Middle School?
50.9% of students at Southside Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 814
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.8%
- Phone
- (904) 739-5238
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #162 of 194
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