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#1166 of 1,823 schools in IN
Concord South Side Elementary Sch
Elementary School · Concord Community Schools
23702 Arlene Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,166 of 1,823
In Elkhart
#13 of 29
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Concord Community Schools
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Concord South Side Elementary Sch
Elementary School in Elkhart · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Concord South Side Elementary Sch
Concord South Side Elementary Sch is a public elementary school in Elkhart, IN, part of Concord Community Schools. Concord South Side Elementary Sch serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Concord South Side Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,166 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Concord South Side Elementary Sch show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Concord South Side Elementary Sch 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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Concord South Side Elementary Sch — Students at Concord South Side Elementary Sch score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IN 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: 5.7/10.
How Concord South Side Elementary Sch Compares
See how Concord South Side Elementary Sch 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
23702 Arlene Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Concord South Side Elementary Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverview Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Concord East Side Elementary Sch (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Concord Ox Bow Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elkhart, see our Elkhart schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Ox Bow Elementary School Elkhart | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Concord Intermediate School Elkhart | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Concord Community High School Elkhart | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTHERN MAPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elkhart | 1.2 mi | — |
| Concord Junior High School Elkhart | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Concord East Side Elementary Sch Elkhart | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| CROSSING NATIONAL, INC Goshen | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ELKHART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkhart | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Monger Elementary School Elkhart | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BASHOR ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Goshen | 3.0 mi | — |
| Concord West Side Elem School Elkhart | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Mary Beck Elementary School Elkhart | 3.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Elkhart Alternative Education Elkhart | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Pierre Moran Middle School Elkhart | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Riverview Elementary School Elkhart | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Roosevelt STEAM Academy Elkhart | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhart | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Hawthorne Early Learning Center Elkhart | 3.6 mi | — |
| Excel Center - Elkhart Elkhart | 4.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Pinewood Elementary School Elkhart | 4.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,263
Median Home Value
$168,500
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
25,438
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
35
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| Bloomfield Elementary School Bryant, IN | 5.7 |
| Coesse School Columbia City, IN | 5.7 |
| Elsie Wadsworth Elementary School Griffith, IN | 5.7 |
| Indian Creek Elementary School Trafalgar, IN | 5.7 |
| Jeff H Towles Intermediate School Fort Wayne, IN | 5.7 |
| Lindley Elementary School Fort Wayne, IN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Concord South Side Elementary Sch
What grades does Concord South Side Elementary Sch serve?
Concord South Side Elementary Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Concord South Side Elementary Sch?
Concord South Side Elementary Sch has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Concord South Side Elementary Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Concord South Side Elementary Sch is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Concord South Side Elementary Sch rank in IN?
Concord South Side Elementary Sch ranks #1,166 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Concord South Side Elementary Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Concord South Side Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Concord South Side Elementary Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Concord South Side Elementary Sch has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Concord South Side Elementary Sch a charter school?
No, Concord South Side Elementary Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Concord South Side Elementary Sch a Title I school?
No, Concord South Side Elementary Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Concord South Side Elementary Sch?
69.6% of students at Concord South Side Elementary Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Elkhart County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (574) 875-6565
Resources & Links
District
Concord Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,288
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,779
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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