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#350 of 691 schools in NV
Southside Elementary School
Elementary School · Elko
501 South 9th Street, Elko, NV 89801
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nevada schools
#350 of 691
In Elko
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 28
Elko
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Southside Elementary School
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About Southside Elementary School
Southside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Elko, NV, part of Elko. Southside Elementary School serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #350 of 691 schools in NV.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NV avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Southside Elementary School runs 22.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
41% of students at Southside Elementary 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 Elementary School — Students at Southside Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NV 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: 5.8/10.
How Southside Elementary School Compares
See how Southside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 South 9th Street, Elko, NV 89801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elko Institute for Academic Achievement (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Peak Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Spring Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northside Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elko, see our Elko schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elko Institute for Academic Achievement Elko | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Elko High School Elko | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Flagview Intermediate School Elko | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Grammar School 2 Elko | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Early Childhood Elko | 1.0 mi | — |
| Northeastern Nevada Virtual Academy Elko | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Adult Education Elko | 1.0 mi | — |
| Northside Elementary School Elko | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary School Elko | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Adobe Middle School Elko | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Independence High School Elko | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Spring Creek Middle School Spring Creek | 6.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Sage Elementary School Spring Creek | 6.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Spring Creek High School Spring Creek | 6.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Spring Creek Elementary School Spring Creek | 9.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SPRING CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Creek | 9.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Liberty Peak Elementary School Spring Creek | 10.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Battle Born Youth Challenge Academy Carlin | 16.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Carlin Elementary School Carlin | 20.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Carlin High School Carlin | 20.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,777
Median Home Value
$278,700
Median Rent
$1,185/mo
Population
26,070
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southside Elementary School
What grades does Southside Elementary School serve?
Southside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Elementary School is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southside Elementary School rank in NV?
Southside Elementary School ranks #350 of 691 schools in NV.
What is Southside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Southside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Southside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southside Elementary School?
99.8% of students at Southside Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Elko County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (775) 738-3731
Resources & Links
District
Elko- District Enrollment
- 9,908
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,020
- District Rank
- #10 of 28
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