Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Side School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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South Side School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
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South Side School's student population of 506 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We are on a mission to build a South Side family where everyone feels safe and included while learning.
South Side School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
45%
31%
Black
8%
12%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is South Side School's ranking?
South Side School is ranked #393 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend South Side School?
506 students attend South Side School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of South Side School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Side School?
South Side School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Side School offer ?
South Side School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Side School part of?
South Side School is part of Bristol School District.
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