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Southside Elementary

Elementary School · CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

930 2nd St, Huntington, WV 25701

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#470 of 635

In Huntington

#12 of 16

public schools

In district

#21 of 25

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Southside Elementary

5.1/10

Elementary School in Huntington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Huntington Middle School

7.5/10

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5.2/10

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About Southside Elementary

Southside Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington, WV, part of CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Southside Elementary serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #470 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Southside Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,473
Chronic Absenteeism28%

Southside Elementary — Students at Southside Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
41%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
47%
2019
Math
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
55.5%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
53%
ELA
48.9%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Southside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
26th percentile in WV
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

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

930 2nd St, Huntington, WV 25701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadows Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chesapeake Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Huntington, see our Huntington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Huntington Middle School Huntington 0.1 mi 7.5
COVENANT SCHOOL Huntington 0.8 mi 5.2
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 1.1 mi 7.7
Chesapeake Elementary School Chesapeake 1.3 mi 8.3
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL Huntington 1.2 mi 6.9
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntington 1.2 mi 6.0
Meadows Elementary School Huntington 1.5 mi 8.7
Chesapeake Middle School Chesapeake 1.8 mi 6.2
Spring Hill Elementary School Huntington 1.8 mi 5.4
Chesapeake High School Chesapeake 1.9 mi 4.5
Central City Elementary School Huntington 2.0 mi 7.7
Highlawn Elementary School Huntington 2.7 mi 4.7
Burlington Elementary School South Point 2.9 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL Huntington 2.9 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Huntington 2.9 mi 8.1
Crossroads Academy Huntington 3.1 mi 2.9
Huntington High School Huntington 3.2 mi 4.1
Vinson Middle School Huntington 3.2 mi 5.7
Explorer Academy Huntington 3.4 mi 5.2
Kellogg Elementary School Huntington 3.6 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,671

Median Home Value

$153,700

Median Rent

$869/mo

Population

21,860

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

56.6%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

24%

Median Age

42.8

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East Hardy Elementary School Baker, WV 5.1
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Mason Dixon Elementary Blacksville, WV 5.1
North Elementary School Morgantown, WV 5.1
Page Jackson Elementary Charles Town, WV 5.1
Williamstown Elementary School Williamstown, WV 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southside Elementary

What grades does Southside Elementary serve?

Southside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Southside Elementary?

Southside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Southside Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southside Elementary rank in WV?

Southside Elementary ranks #470 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Southside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Southside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Southside Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Southside Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cabell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

District

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
11,449
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,473
District Rank
#21 of 25

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