Below Average
#1594 of 1,786 schools in TN
South Side Elementary
Elementary School · Bedford County
903 Cannon BLVD, Shelbyville, TN 37160
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,594 of 1,786
In Shelbyville
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#12 of 14
Bedford County
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South Side Elementary
Elementary School in Shelbyville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
East Side Elementary
0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Thomas Magnet School
1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About South Side Elementary
South Side Elementary is a public elementary school in Shelbyville, TN, part of Bedford County. South Side Elementary serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. South Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,594 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for South Side Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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South Side Elementary — Students at South Side Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How South Side Elementary Compares
See how South Side Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
903 Cannon BLVD, Shelbyville, TN 37160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Side Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Magnet School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cascade Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Wartrace), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Community Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Unionville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelbyville, see our Shelbyville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Side Elementary Shelbyville | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Thomas Magnet School Shelbyville | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Eakin Elementary Shelbyville | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Shelbyville | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Learning Way Elementary Shelbyville | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Shelbyville Central High School Shelbyville | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Harris Middle School Shelbyville | 3.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Liberty Elementary Shelbyville | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Cascade Middle School Wartrace | 9.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Cascade Elementary Wartrace | 9.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Cascade High School Wartrace | 9.6 mi | 6.6 |
| THE WEBB SCHOOL Bell Buckle | 10.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Community High School Unionville | 11.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Community Elementary School Unionville | 11.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Community Middle School Unionville | 11.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Moore County High School Lynchburg | 13.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Lynchburg Elementary Lynchburg | 13.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CEDAR HALL SCHOOL Christiana | 16.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tullahoma | 15.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Tullahoma High School Tullahoma | 15.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,899
Median Home Value
$257,700
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
36,422
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burt Elementary Clarksville, TN | 4.2 |
| Gardenview Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.2 |
| Northwest Elementary Newport, TN | 4.2 |
| Chilhowee Intermediate Knoxville, TN | 4.3 |
| Cockrill Elementary Nashville, TN | 4.3 |
| Inskip Elementary Knoxville, TN | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Side Elementary
What grades does South Side Elementary serve?
South Side Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend South Side Elementary?
South Side Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Side Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at South Side Elementary is 13.7:1. 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 rank in TN?
South Side Elementary ranks #1,594 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is South Side Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
South Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 South Side Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Side Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South Side Elementary a charter school?
No, South Side Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Side Elementary a Title I school?
No, South Side Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bedford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (931) 684-7545
Resources & Links
District
Bedford County- District Enrollment
- 8,994
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,873
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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