Below Average
#6597 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Southside EL
Elementary School · YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
5515 S LOOP E STE B, Houston, TX 77033
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,597 of 8,552
In Houston
#512 of 723
public schools
In district
#21 of 21
YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
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Southside EL
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About Southside EL
Southside EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC. Southside EL serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,597 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southside EL show 25% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Southside EL is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Southside EL — Students at Southside EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Southside EL Compares
See how Southside EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5515 S LOOP E STE B, Houston, TX 77033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLINE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMPSON EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALCOTT EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE Houston | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| KELSO EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HARTSFIELD EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| KIPP PEACE EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP LIBERATION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| JONES FUTURES ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PECK EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ALCOTT EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| BROOKLINE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BASTIAN EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| FOSTER EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CULLEN MIDDLE Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| MADING EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| GREGG EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| THOMPSON EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| SEGUIN EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED LEARNING Houston | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THE LAWSON ACADEMY Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ATTUCKS MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,081
Median Home Value
$98,300
Median Rent
$1,204/mo
Population
28,079
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
34%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALKEK EL Bandera, TX | 4.8 |
| ANAHUAC EL Anahuac, TX | 4.8 |
| BLUE HAZE EL Fort Worth, TX | 4.8 |
| BONHAM EL Bryan, TX | 4.8 |
| BRAUCHLE EL San Antonio, TX | 4.8 |
| BURGESS EL Wichita Falls, TX | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southside EL
What grades does Southside EL serve?
Southside EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Southside EL?
Southside EL has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southside EL rank in TX?
Southside EL ranks #6,597 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southside EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Southside EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside EL has 25% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Southside EL a charter school?
Yes, Southside EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Southside EL a Title I school?
No, Southside EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southside EL?
95.7% of students at Southside EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 606
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (713) 924-5300
Resources & Links
District
YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC- District Enrollment
- 17,622
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,353
- District Rank
- #21 of 21
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