South Side High School

South Side High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
334 Southside Rd,  Bee Branch, AR
South Side School District
4.5
2.0
247 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Timothy A. Smith
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
C+
Teachers
C
College Prep
B-
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
24
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
24.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
33.1%
Science
37%
English
67.5%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
305:1

Student Diversity

Male
55.2%
Female
44.8%
White
92.5%
Hispanic
3.2%
Two or more races
3.2%
Black
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Central Arkansas 54 Students
Arkansas Tech University 38 Students
University of Arkansas 34 Students
University of Arkansas Community College - Morrilton 30 Students
Arkansas State University 21 Students
Central Baptist College 16 Students
Ouachita Baptist University 12 Students
Harding University 11 Students
Henderson State University 10 Students
Hendrix College 10 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 13 Students
Biology 11 Students
Business 6 Students
Elementary Education 6 Students
Political Science and Government 5 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 5 Students
Psychology 4 Students
Criminology 4 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 4 Students
Agricultural Business 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 11 Reviews
4.0 Senior
3/31/2023
South Side is a community, it is a historic city and school. My experience with South Side has been mostly well, My mental health is great and is a very calming school, I play baseball for South Side and it has been fun, We play hard and have fun and are a family, I have had a really great time at South Side.
5.0 Senior
10/21/2018
I love this school. Its kind of small, but everyone is so nice. We come from a small community and you know everyone. The teachers and staff are great and willing to help.
5.0 NicheUser
3/10/2015
teachers email parents when there are concerns with student grades and make sure parents are aware
GreatSchools Reviews
2.0 4 Reviews
1.0 parent
5/26/2011
You've got to be kidding! this is the worst school my kids have ever attended. Being in the military we have been to several schools across the country and this is by far the worst. Parental involvement is non existent. It is not encourage or wanted. They have there own little click and that is all...
5.0 parent
4/24/2009
1.0 student
8/31/2007
1.0 parent
5/15/2007

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South Side High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Bee Branch, AR and is served by the South Side School District in Arkansas. The school has a total enrollment of 247 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. South Side High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average ACT score is 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like South Side Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Bee Branch has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near South Side High School.

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