Serving 310 students in grades 3-6, South Side Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Side Upper Elementary School's student population of 310 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
If you BELIEVE IT, you can ACHIEVE IT
School Rankings
South Side Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side Upper Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#330 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
31%
45%
White
60%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Picayune School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side Upper Elementary School's ranking?
South Side Upper Elementary School is ranked #330 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Side Upper Elementary School often compared to?
South Side Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roseland Park Elementary School, West Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Side Upper Elementary School?
310 students attend South Side Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Side Upper Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Side Upper Elementary School?
South Side Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Side Upper Elementary School offer ?
South Side Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Side Upper Elementary School part of?
South Side Upper Elementary School is part of Picayune School District.
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