Serving 662 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Southside Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 15%
- Reading Proficiency: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southside Charter School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southside Charter School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)15%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)10%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
68%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Southside Charter School?
662 students attend Southside Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Southside Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Charter School?
Southside Charter School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southside Charter School offer ?
Southside Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Charter School part of?
Southside Charter School is part of Southside Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Southside Charter School located?
Southside Charter School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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