Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southern Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Elementary School's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Southern Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1553 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
66%
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
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Elementary School is ranked #1553 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Southern Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Elementary School, Meigs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Southern Elementary School?
489 students attend Southern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Southern Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Elementary School?
Southern Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southern Elementary School offer ?
Southern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Elementary School part of?
Southern Elementary School is part of Southern Local School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The kids there will torture you! They're snobby!(Most of them anyway.)
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