Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southside Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jul 31, 2026
School Rankings
Southside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1834 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
49%
14%
Black
26%
9%
White
13%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Madison Metropolitan School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Welcome toFrank Allis Elementary School
- Home of the Wildcats
- At Frank Allis, our mission is to ensure that everystudent has the knowledge and skills needed for academic achievementand a successful life. We proudly educate a diverse community of over400 students in four-year-old kindergarten through fifth grade. Students learn in small class sizes, with a 11 to 1 studentteacher ratio.
- We are committed to developing and sustaining a school environment which encourages individuality and responsibility, celebrates diversity, fosters a desire to learn and supports every community member todiscover and strengthen their skills, talents and abilities so that each child is prepared to be a productive participant in our changing global society.
- Proud to partner with families
- Parents and families are an important part of our school community. We help you find ways to support your child`s learning at home andinvite you to come to school for monthly evening events, to volunteer in school and connect with your child`s teachers by phone, emailor in person. We believe that family events at school underscore the importance of learning.
- Learning another languageis good for growing brains!
- Frank Allis offers Dual Language Immersion (DLI) in Madison. DLI bringsnative Spanish speakers and native English speakers together in aclassroom where they learn side by side. Classes are taught in both Spanish and English. In a DLI classroom, students develop their first language while learning communication and literacy skills in a second language.
- We strategically integrate technology to support learning
- All of our students have access to their own a computer or tablet, which gives them more choice in how they learn and express ideas, lets students accelerate at their own pace, increases access to information and teaches vital digital literacy skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Elementary School's ranking?
Southside Elementary School is ranked #1834 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Southside Elementary School often compared to?
Southside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elvehjem Elementary School, Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Southside Elementary School?
336 students attend Southside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Southside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Elementary School?
Southside Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southside Elementary School offer ?
Southside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southside Elementary School part of?
Southside Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
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