Serving 814 students in grades 6-8, Southside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida 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% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southside Middle School's student population of 814 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3393 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
50%
37%
Black
23%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southside Middle School's ranking?
Southside Middle School is ranked #3393 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southside Middle School often compared to?
Southside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred I. Dupont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southside Middle School?
814 students attend Southside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Southside Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Middle School?
Southside Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southside Middle School offer ?
Southside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Middle School part of?
Southside Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Southside Middle School located?
Southside Middle School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
School Reviews
5 7/5/2010
Southside was a great school, I loved it. I wish I could stay. It was a wonderful school with lots of great teachers. I think that school has really made me grow as a person.
2 4/23/2008
I am a new seventh grade student at southside miidle school. I don't think that it is a safe school for kids. There are fights there nearly every day and a lot of students get arrested. Also some kids have been caught smoking crack and have started small fires. I don't think this school is a good school.
5 5/1/2007
i think this school is a wonderful school.i been going to this school for about 1 year already.we repersent the southside knights.we would like for more students enroll to this school and that is what i think about this school.
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