Very Good
#3047 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
Southside EL
Elementary School · CLEVELAND ISD
303 FORT WORTH, Cleveland, TX 77327
Enrollment
1,052
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,052
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,047 of 8,552
In Cleveland
#2 of 15
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
CLEVELAND ISD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Southside EL
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About Southside EL
Southside EL is a public elementary school in Cleveland, TX, part of CLEVELAND ISD. Southside EL serves approximately 1,052 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,047 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southside EL show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southside EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Southside EL — Students at Southside EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from TX 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: 9.6/10.
How Southside EL Compares
See how Southside EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
303 FORT WORTH, Cleveland, TX 77327
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOGWOOD EL (rated 7.6/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby New Caney), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TARKINGTON EL (rated 5.6/10, 7.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PINE BURR EL (rated 5.5/10, 11.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DISCIPLINARY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM Cleveland | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| FREDERICK A DOUGLASS LEARNING ACADEMY Cleveland | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| EASTSIDE EL Cleveland | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CLEVELAND H S Cleveland | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CLEVELAND MIDDLE Cleveland | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| NORTHSIDE EL Cleveland | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GREENLEAF EL Splendora | 8.2 mi | 4.0 |
| PEACH CREEK EL Splendora | 8.3 mi | 3.8 |
| TARKINGTON H S Cleveland | 7.6 mi | 5.4 |
| TARKINGTON EL Cleveland | 7.7 mi | 5.6 |
| TARKINGTON MIDDLE Cleveland | 7.8 mi | 5.7 |
| TARKINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Cleveland | 7.9 mi | 4.4 |
| SPLENDORA H S Splendora | 9.0 mi | 4.1 |
| SPLENDORA J H Splendora | 9.0 mi | 3.7 |
| PINEY WOODS EL Splendora | 9.0 mi | 4.5 |
| SANTA FE EL Cleveland | 11.4 mi | 3.5 |
| SANTA FE MIDDLE Cleveland | 11.5 mi | 4.2 |
| PINE BURR EL Cleveland | 11.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SHEPHERD H S Shepherd | 11.3 mi | 6.2 |
| DOGWOOD EL New Caney | 11.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,538
Median Home Value
$144,100
Median Rent
$1,001/mo
Population
37,574
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
28.6
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|---|---|
| ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City, TX | 7.1 |
| ANN BROCK EL AT OAK GROVE Fort Worth, TX | 7.1 |
| BARBARA FASKEN EL Midland, TX | 7.1 |
| BARBARA YARBROUGH EL Midland, TX | 7.1 |
| BUNA EL Buna, TX | 7.1 |
| C D LANDOLT EL Friendswood, TX | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southside EL
What grades does Southside EL serve?
Southside EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southside EL?
Southside EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,052 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside EL is 15.5:1. 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 #3,047 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southside EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Southside EL a charter school?
No, Southside EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
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?
96.7% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,052
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Liberty County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.9%
- Phone
- (281) 592-0594
Resources & Links
District
CLEVELAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,970
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,415
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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