Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southside Elementary Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Southside Elementary Charter's student population of 135 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Southside Elementary Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary Charter is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
32%
9%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary Charter's ranking?
Southside Elementary Charter is ranked #184 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary Charter?
135 students attend Southside Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Southside Elementary Charter students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Elementary Charter?
Southside Elementary Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary Charter offer ?
Southside Elementary Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Elementary Charter part of?
Southside Elementary Charter is part of Southside Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Southside Elementary Charter located?
Southside Elementary Charter is located in the Upper South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Upper South Providence.
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