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#162 of 301 schools in WY
Southside Elementary
Elementary School · Park County School District # 1
160 North Evarts, Powell, WY 82435
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#162 of 301
In Powell
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Park County School District # 1
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Southside Elementary
Elementary School in Powell · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Shoshone Learning Center
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Parkside Elementary
0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Southside Elementary
Southside Elementary is a public elementary school in Powell, WY, part of Park County School District # 1. Southside Elementary serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- WY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Southside Elementary — Students at Southside Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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 Southside Elementary Compares
See how Southside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
160 North Evarts, Powell, WY 82435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burlington Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 25.8 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn Livingston Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Cody), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Powell, see our Powell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shoshone Learning Center Powell | 0.6 mi | — |
| Parkside Elementary Powell | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Powell Middle School Powell | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Powell High School Powell | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Westside Elementary Powell | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Elementary Cowley | 16.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Rocky Mountain High School Cowley | 16.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Rocky Mountain Middle School Cowley | 16.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Sunset Elementary Cody | 20.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Cody Middle School Cody | 20.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Lovell High School Lovell | 18.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Lovell Middle School Lovell | 18.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Eastside Elementary Cody | 21.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Lovell Elementary Lovell | 18.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Cody High School Cody | 21.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Heart Mountain Academy Cody | 21.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Glenn Livingston Elementary Cody | 22.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Burlington Elementary Burlington | 25.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Burlington Middle School Burlington | 25.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 25.8 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,142
Median Home Value
$318,200
Median Rent
$847/mo
Population
12,259
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspen Elementary Evanston, WY | 6.3 |
| Clark Elementary Evanston, WY | 6.3 |
| Cottonwood Elementary Wright, WY | 6.4 |
| Ralph Witters Elementary Thermopolis, WY | 6.4 |
| Sage Elementary Rock Springs, WY | 6.4 |
| Sunset Elementary Cody, WY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southside Elementary
What grades does Southside Elementary serve?
Southside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Southside Elementary?
Southside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Elementary is 11.9:1. 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 WY?
Southside Elementary ranks #162 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Southside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southside Elementary?
57.1% of students at Southside Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Park County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (307) 764-6183
Resources & Links
District
Park County School District # 1- District Enrollment
- 1,862
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,867
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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