Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Side Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Side Elementary School's student population of 307 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Side Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1645 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side Elementary School's ranking?
South Side Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Side Elementary School often compared to?
South Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bottenfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Side Elementary School?
307 students attend South Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of South Side Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Side Elementary School?
South Side Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Side Elementary School offer ?
South Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Side Elementary School part of?
South Side Elementary School is part of Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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