Southside School District

Located at 161 SE Collier Road in Shelton, Washington, Southside School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving families within a distant town setting. As an independent, single-school district outside of a charter or supervisory union framework, it offers a focused educational pathway dedicated exclusively to primary and early secondary education from Kindergarten through 7th grade. Operating its single campus in Mason County, the district provides a close-knit learning environment designed to support students through their foundational academic years, keeping families connected through its local campus operations and online portal.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, Southside School District serves a total enrollment of 208 students, comprising 114 male and 94 female learners distributed across its elementary and middle grades. The student body reflects a rich rural dynamic, including 140 White, 41 Hispanic, 17 multiracial, and 7 American Indian students, alongside Asian and Black student representation. To maintain low student-to-staff ratios and provide tailored learning support, the district employs a complete workforce of nearly 54 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This team features approximately 29 FTE teachers, nearly 4 FTE instructional aides, and 21 FTE dedicated support personnel, ensuring that academic programs and campus operations are well-resourced to nurture student success.