SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southside Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harrison County school district, located in Cynthiana, KY with about 351 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 22 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 at 106 Education Drive in Cynthiana, Kentucky, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Harrison County School District. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing core educational programming for students in the primary grade levels, fostering a supportive environment designed to promote both intellectual growth and social development. The school plays a central role in the local Cynthiana community, emphasizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and character building to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered learning and its integration into the broader Harrison County educational system. With a focus on creating a safe and engaging atmosphere, Southside Elementary encourages collaboration between faculty, parents, and the community to enhance the overall student experience. By utilizing structured curriculum standards and extracurricular initiatives, the school strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining a focus on the specific academic and developmental milestones required during the early stages of a child's education.

For more information, contact Southside Elementary School at (859) 234-7120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.