Needs Improvement
#1650 of 1,823 schools in IN
Southside Middle School
Middle School · Muncie Community Schools
1601 East 26th St, Muncie, IN 47302
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,650 of 1,823
In Muncie
#14 of 18
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Muncie Community Schools
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Southside Middle School
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About Southside Middle School
Southside Middle School is a public middle school in Muncie, IN, part of Muncie Community Schools. Southside Middle School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,650 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- IN avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Southside Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% 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 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 3.8/10.
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
1601 East 26th St, Muncie, IN 47302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Indiana Academy for Sci Math Hmn (rated 9.3/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MICHAEL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Muncie, see our Muncie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grissom Elementary School Muncie | 0.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Inspire Academy - A Sch of Inquiry Muncie | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| South View Elementary School Muncie | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| East Washington Academy Muncie | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Muncie Virtual Academy Muncie | 2.0 mi | — |
| Excel Center - Muncie Indianapolis | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Muncie Central High School Muncie | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Muncie | 3.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Indiana Academy for Sci Math Hmn Muncie | 3.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Burris Laboratory School Muncie | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Muncie | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Muncie | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Cowan High School Muncie | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Cowan Elementary School Muncie | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Youth Opportunity Center Muncie | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| West View Elementary School Muncie | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| North View Elementary School Muncie | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Northside Middle School Muncie | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Royerton Elementary School Muncie | 6.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Wapahani High School Selma | 5.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,185
Median Home Value
$70,800
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
25,365
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beech Grove Middle School Beech Grove, IN | 3.7 |
| Dickinson Fine Arts Academy South Bend, IN | 3.9 |
| Lapel Middle School Lapel, IN | 3.9 |
| North Side Middle School Elkhart, IN | 3.9 |
| West Vigo Middle School West Terre Haute, IN | 3.6 |
| Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne, IN | 4.0 |
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 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Middle School is 9.8:1. 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 IN?
Southside Middle School ranks #1,650 of 1,823 schools in IN.
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 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
68.4% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.0%
- Phone
- (765) 747-5320
Resources & Links
District
Muncie Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,165
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,112
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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