Excellent
#76 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 4% in state
Southside Family Charter School
Elementary School · SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL
4500 CLINTON AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#76 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#13 of 125
public schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Southside Family Charter School
Elementary School in Minneapolis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southside Family Charter School
Southside Family Charter School is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL. Southside Family Charter School serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Family Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Family Charter School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Southside Family Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Southside Family Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Southside Family Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Southside Family Charter School — Students at Southside Family Charter School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 8.2/10.
How Southside Family Charter School Compares
See how Southside Family Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4500 CLINTON AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Family Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BANCROFT ELEMENTARY (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Field Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HALE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Field Elementary Minneapolis | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Justice Page Middle Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Washburn High Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Hennepin Schools Lower Campus Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Hennepin Schools Upper Campus Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Cosmos Montessori Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | — |
| Stonebridge World School Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| MAYFLOWER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | — |
| Venture Academy Middle School Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Green Central Elementary Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Barton Elementary Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| BANCROFT ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| EL COLEGIO CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| HALE ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| OUR LADY OF PEACE Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| RISEN CHRIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-Northrop Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Heritage Academy High Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,254
Median Home Value
$479,000
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
29,728
College Educated
72%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MINNESOTA WALDORF Maplewood, MN | 8.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL Mound, MN | 8.6 |
| ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights, MN | 8.5 |
| CLIMAX ELEMENTARY Climax, MN | 8.7 |
| LAKE BENTON ELEMENTARY Lake Benton, MN | 8.5 |
| MATERNITY OF MARY - ST ANDREW SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southside Family Charter School
What grades does Southside Family Charter School serve?
Southside Family Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Southside Family Charter School?
Southside Family Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Family Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Family Charter School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southside Family Charter School rank in MN?
Southside Family Charter School ranks #76 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Southside Family Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Family Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Family Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside Family Charter School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southside Family Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Southside Family Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Southside Family Charter School a Title I school?
No, Southside Family Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southside Family Charter School?
53.0% of students at Southside Family Charter 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (612) 872-8322
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 115
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,427
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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