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South Side Elementary School
Elementary School · CANASTOTA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
200 HIGH ST, Canastota, NY 13032
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
2nd – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,230 of 4,742
In Canastota
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
CANASTOTA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About South Side Elementary School
South Side Elementary School is a public elementary school in Canastota, NY, part of CANASTOTA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. South Side Elementary School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. South Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,230 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for South Side Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, South Side Elementary 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, South Side Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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South Side Elementary School — Students at South Side Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY 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 South Side Elementary School Compares
See how South Side Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 HIGH ST, Canastota, NY 13032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Side Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOLIVAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Chittenango), which scores notably higher. Another option is PETERBORO STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Sherrill), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Canastota, see our Canastota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PETERBORO STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canastota | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| CANASTOTA HIGH SCHOOL Canastota | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ROBERTS STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL Canastota | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| OTTO L SHORTELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Wampsville | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| DURHAMVILLE SCHOOL Durhamville | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ONEIDA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oneida | 4.8 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTH BROAD STREET SCHOOL Oneida | 5.0 mi | 3.5 |
| SENECA STREET SCHOOL Oneida | 4.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Oneida | 5.3 mi | 4.6 |
| W F PRIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneida | 5.3 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Oneida | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CHITTENANGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Chittenango | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CHITTENANGO HIGH SCHOOL Chittenango | 6.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BOLIVAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chittenango | 7.0 mi | 7.2 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MORRISVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Morrisville | 10.1 mi | 8.6 |
| BURTON STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cazenovia | 10.8 mi | 3.7 |
| CAZENOVIA HIGH SCHOOL Cazenovia | 11.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CAZENOVIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Cazenovia | 11.1 mi | 6.2 |
| STOCKBRIDGE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL Munnsville | 10.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,217
Median Home Value
$148,900
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
12,964
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
80.7%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
46.2
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| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans, NY | 5.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley, NY | 5.4 |
| MARGARET MURPHY KINDERGARTEN CENTER Hudson Falls, NY | 5.4 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL Williamsville, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Side Elementary School
What grades does South Side Elementary School serve?
South Side Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.
How many students attend South Side Elementary School?
South Side Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Side Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Side Elementary School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Side Elementary School rank in NY?
South Side Elementary School ranks #3,230 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is South Side Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 South Side Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Side Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is South Side Elementary School a charter school?
No, South Side Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Side Elementary School a Title I school?
No, South Side Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Side Elementary School?
49.7% of students at South Side 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 175
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.9%
- Phone
- (315) 697-6372
Resources & Links
District
CANASTOTA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,233
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,134
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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