South Side High School is a public junior/senior high school for students in grades seven through twelve in Bee Branch, Arkansas, United States. In the 2010???1 school year, South Side High School had 207 students enrolled.
Serving 249 students in grades 7-12, South Side High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Side High School's student population of 249 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1934
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission is to cultivate a nurturing community where safety is paramount, and every child is empowered to grow and achieve their fullest potential.
School Rankings
South Side High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South Side School District (Van Buren)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side High School's ranking?
South Side High School is ranked #572 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are South Side High School often compared to?
South Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shirley High School, Clinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Side High School?
The graduation rate of South Side High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Side High School?
249 students attend South Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of South Side High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Side High School?
South Side High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Side High School offer ?
South Side High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Side High School part of?
South Side High School is part of South Side School District (Van Buren).
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