SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 798 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 51 teachers, SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Brickell area of Miami, Florida, is a public school within the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Situated in one of Miami’s fastest-growing urban corridors, the school serves a diverse population of students in a neighborhood characterized by high-density residential high-rises and a bustling professional atmosphere. It is known for its focus on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes academic rigor, character development, and a supportive learning environment tailored to the unique needs of its community.

The school is recognized for its commitment to excellence, often participating in magnet or specialized programs—such as the International Studies (IS) program—that provide students with a bilingual and bicultural curriculum. By fostering partnerships with parents and the surrounding Brickell business community, Southside Elementary aims to prepare its students for global citizenship. The school’s administration and faculty focus on leveraging modern educational technologies and data-driven instruction to ensure that students meet the high state standards required by the district.

For more information, contact SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 371-3311 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.