Needs Improvement
#460 of 480 schools in NH
Southside Middle School
Middle School · Manchester School District
300 South Jewett St., Manchester, NH 03103
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#460 of 480
In Manchester
#27 of 29
public schools
In district
#20 of 21
Manchester School District
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About Southside Middle School
Southside Middle School is a public middle school in Manchester, NH, part of Manchester School District. Southside Middle School serves approximately 741 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #460 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- NH avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 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.
35% 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 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NH 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: 3.7/10.
How Southside Middle School Compares
See how Southside Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 South Jewett St., Manchester, NH 03103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. The Founders Academy Charter School (E) (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Henry J. McLaughlin Jr. Middle School (rated 3.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,049
Median Home Value
$313,500
Median Rent
$1,322/mo
Population
37,659
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Weare Middle School Weare, NH | 3.3 |
| Rochester Middle School Rochester, NH | 3.0 |
| Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua, NH | 3.5 |
| Henry J. McLaughlin Jr. Middle School Manchester, NH | 3.5 |
| Hillside Middle School Manchester, NH | 3.7 |
| Keene Middle School Keene, NH | 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 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Southside Middle School?
Southside Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 741 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Middle School is 9.6:1. 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 NH?
Southside Middle School ranks #460 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Southside Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
47.5% 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 741
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (603) 624-6359
Resources & Links
District
Manchester School District- District Enrollment
- 11,980
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,077
- District Rank
- #20 of 21
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