Southside Academy

Southside Academy is a charter school located in Youngstown, Ohio, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. With an enrollment of 173 students and a student-teacher ratio of 19.2:1, Southside Academy aims to provide personalized education for its diverse community. The school has nine full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting the academic and social development of their students.

Southside Academy’s MySchoolScout Rating is 4.9 out of 10, placing it in the 40th percentile among Ohio schools. Academically, Southside ranks at 2079 out of 3468 schools in the state, with an academic score of 3.2/10. In reading and math proficiency tests, 36% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 35% in Math, indicating areas for continued improvement.

Located in a small city setting, Southside Academy is part of the Youngstown community where it works closely with families to foster growth and development. The school focuses on nurturing its students through various programs and support systems despite current academic challenges, aiming to provide a solid foundation for future success.

With an enrollment of 173 students, Southside Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Southside Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.