South Side Elementary
352 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
South Side Elementary, located at 903 Cannon Boulevard in Shelbyville, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Bedford County school district. As a primary school, it focuses on the essential early developmental years of a child’s education, fostering an environment designed to build core academic skills and social competencies. The school serves the local Shelbyville community, striving to provide a supportive atmosphere where young students can transition from early learning into more structured academic environments.
The school emphasizes a curriculum tailored to primary-age students, often highlighting the importance of literacy, numeracy, and character development. By maintaining a location central to its community, South Side Elementary plays a vital role in local family life, acting as a hub for educational engagement and school-parent partnerships. Families and community members seeking detailed information regarding the school's specific programs, district policies, or calendar updates can typically find resources through the Bedford County School System or the informational portal provided by FamilyEducation.
The school emphasizes a curriculum tailored to primary-age students, often highlighting the importance of literacy, numeracy, and character development. By maintaining a location central to its community, South Side Elementary plays a vital role in local family life, acting as a hub for educational engagement and school-parent partnerships. Families and community members seeking detailed information regarding the school's specific programs, district policies, or calendar updates can typically find resources through the Bedford County School System or the informational portal provided by FamilyEducation.
352
Total Students
34.9
Full-Time Teachers
10.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 118 |
| Hispanic | 174 |
| Black | 29 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Hispanic174 (49.4%)
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White118 (33.5%)
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Black29 (8.2%)
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Two or More28 (8.0%)
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Asian2 (0.6%)
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American Indian1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Bedford County |
| Phone: | (931)684-7545 |
| Website: | http://southside.bedfordk12tn.com/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 352 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
59
Grade 1
50
Grade 2
65
Grade 3
72
Grade 4
47
Grade 5
59
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 59 |
| Grade 1 | 50 |
| Grade 2 | 65 |
| Grade 3 | 72 |
| Grade 4 | 47 |
| Grade 5 | 59 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 185 | 52.6% |
| Male | 167 | 47.4% |
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