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#807 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 46% in state

Southside ES

Elementary School · COWETA

Post Office Box 550, Coweta, OK 74429

Enrollment

443

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#807 of 1,750

In Coweta

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

COWETA

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Southside ES

6.2/10

Elementary School in Coweta · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Heritage Intermediate Grd Ctr

5.5/10

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5.0/10

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About Southside ES

Southside ES is a public elementary school in Coweta, OK, part of COWETA. Southside ES serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #807 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Southside ES show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • OK avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-9.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$7,864
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Southside ES — Students at Southside ES score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2025
Math
24%
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Southside ES Compares

See how Southside ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
54th percentile in OK
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

Post Office Box 550, Coweta, OK 74429

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southside ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSEWOOD ES (rated 6.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Broken Arrow), with a very similar rating. Another option is SPRING CREEK ES (rated 5.8/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Broken Arrow), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MARY WHITE ES (rated 5.7/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Haskell), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Coweta, see our Coweta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HERITAGE INTERMEDIATE GRD CTR Coweta 0.1 mi 5.5
MISSION INTERMEDIATE GRD CTR Coweta 0.7 mi 5.0
CENTRAL ES Coweta 0.8 mi 5.5
DONALD P SLOAT JHS Coweta 0.7 mi 4.7
COWETA INTERMEDIATE HS Coweta 0.9 mi 6.0
COWETA HS Coweta 0.9 mi 6.7
NORTHWEST ES Coweta 2.6 mi 3.1
HIGHLAND PARK ES Broken Arrow 7.2 mi 4.1
ONETA RIDGE MS Broken Arrow 7.3 mi 5.2
HASKELL MS Haskell 8.3 mi 6.3
HASKELL HS Haskell 8.3 mi 7.6
ROSEWOOD ES Broken Arrow 7.7 mi 6.2
MARY WHITE ES Haskell 8.6 mi 5.7
PARK LANE EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Broken Arrow 8.4 mi 3.4
CHILDERS MS Broken Arrow 8.3 mi 4.9
SPRING CREEK ES Broken Arrow 8.3 mi 5.8
PORTER CONSOLIDATED ES Porter 8.7 mi 5.2
PORTER CONSOLIDATED HS Porter 8.7 mi 7.0
ARROW SPRINGS EARLY CHILDHOOD Broken Arrow 9.2 mi 3.3
TIMBER RIDGE ES Broken Arrow 10.2 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,545

Median Home Value

$215,000

Median Rent

$968/mo

Population

16,351

College Educated

25.5%

Homeownership

77.4%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALTUS ES Altus, OK 6.2
BELL ES Tulsa, OK 6.2
BRIARWOOD ES Oklahoma City, OK 6.2
BRUSHY PUBLIC SCHOOL Sallisaw, OK 6.2
CESAR CHAVEZ ES Oklahoma City, OK 6.2
CLARK ES Tulsa, OK 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southside ES

What grades does Southside ES serve?

Southside ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Southside ES?

Southside ES has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Southside ES is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southside ES rank in OK?

Southside ES ranks #807 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Southside ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Southside ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside ES has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Southside ES a charter school?

No, Southside ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Southside ES a Title I school?

No, Southside ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southside ES?

51.9% of students at Southside ES 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wagoner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

COWETA
District Enrollment
3,595
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,864
District Rank
#2 of 8

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