SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in COCOLALLA, ID with about 132 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 8 teachers, SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 is a rural public school located in Cocolalla, Idaho, serving students in the Lake Pend Oreille School District. Situated in a scenic, wooded area of Bonner County, the school provides a small-community educational environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student engagement. It serves as a central hub for families in the Cocolalla region, fostering a close-knit atmosphere where staff and parents often collaborate to support student success.

The school is known for its commitment to a traditional elementary curriculum, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science while promoting a supportive social environment. By maintaining small class sizes and a focused student body, Southside Elementary aims to provide personalized attention to help children build strong academic habits. The school often leverages its location in the Pacific Northwest to incorporate outdoor learning opportunities and community involvement, reflecting the values of its surrounding rural community.

For more information, contact SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 263-3020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.