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South Side Elementary

Elementary School · Henderson County

29855 Hwy 104 South, Reagan, TN 38368

Enrollment

295

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,143 of 1,786

In Reagan

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Henderson County

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South Side Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Reagan · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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7.3/10

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About South Side Elementary

South Side Elementary is a public elementary school in Reagan, TN, part of Henderson County. South Side Elementary serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. South Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,143 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for South Side Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

South Side Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.1 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,487
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

South Side Elementary — Students at South Side Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
40.4%
2025
Math
40.9%
ELA
30.7%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How South Side Elementary Compares

See how South Side Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in TN
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

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

29855 Hwy 104 South, Reagan, TN 38368

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Side Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Decaturville Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Decaturville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jacks Creek Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Jacks Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parsons Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Parsons), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Reagan, see our Reagan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Scotts Hill High School Reagan 2.0 mi 5.7
Scotts Hill Elementary Scotts Hill 4.4 mi 7.3
SOULS HARBOR LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Scotts Hill 5.5 mi
GOOD NEWS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington 8.3 mi
Pin Oak Elementary Lexington 9.5 mi 5.8
South Haven Elementary Lexington 9.3 mi 6.3
Lexington Middle School Lexington 10.9 mi 6.9
Paul G. Caywood Elementary Lexington 10.8 mi 7.2
ESTHER'S MONTESSORI CENTER Lexington 11.1 mi
Lexington High School Lexington 11.4 mi 5.6
Jacks Creek Elementary Jacks Creek 11.3 mi 8.7
Decaturville Elementary Decaturville 12.0 mi 9.5
Riverside High School Decaturville 12.8 mi 7.8
Decatur County Middle School Parsons 13.5 mi 8.5
Parsons Elementary Parsons 14.7 mi 7.8
SAVANNAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Savannah 16.3 mi 5.2
West Hardin Elementary Adamsville 17.7 mi 7.8
Beaver Elementary Wildersville 18.9 mi 6.5
Adamsville Elementary Adamsville 19.0 mi 6.8
Bargerton Elementary Lexington 18.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,902

Median Home Value

$186,900

Median Rent

$609/mo

Population

2,432

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

81.1%

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

37.5

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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 8th.

How many students attend South Side Elementary?

South Side Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Side Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at South Side Elementary is 14:1. 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 #1,143 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is South Side Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

South Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
9 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Henderson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

Henderson County
District Enrollment
4,045
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,487
District Rank
#7 of 9

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