Below Average
#4054 of 4,742 schools in NY
Southside Elementary School
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
430 SOUTHSIDE PKWY, Buffalo, NY 14210
Enrollment
809
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
809
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,054 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#58 of 85
public schools
In district
#46 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Southside Elementary School
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About Southside Elementary School
Southside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Southside Elementary School serves approximately 809 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,054 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Southside Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
81% 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 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 35 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: 4.9/10.
How Southside Elementary School Compares
See how Southside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
430 SOUTHSIDE PKWY, Buffalo, NY 14210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAKER ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOTRE DAME ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| BISHOP TIMON-ST JUDE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LOVEJOY DISCOVERY SCHOOL #43 Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| BAKER ACADEMY Lackawanna | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BUFFALO CREEK ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| DARUL ULOOM AL MADANIA Buffalo | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,059
Median Home Value
$124,300
Median Rent
$925/mo
Population
15,454
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.3 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.3 |
| FAIRLEY SCHOOL Hannibal, NY | 4.3 |
| GENERAL HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica, NY | 4.3 |
| HORNELL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Hornell, NY | 4.3 |
| HURLBUT W SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.3 |
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 8th.
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 809 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Elementary School is 9.9:1. 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 NY?
Southside Elementary School ranks #4,054 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Southside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
89.0% 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 809
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.1%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4818
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #46 of 59
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