Southside Elementary School
382 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Southside Elementary School is a public school located in the rural community of Nortonville, Kentucky, and serves as a key educational institution within the Hopkins County School District. The school provides instruction for students in the primary grades, focusing on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic foundations, social development, and community engagement. As part of a smaller school district, it plays a central role in the lives of local families by offering a close-knit atmosphere where educators strive to meet the individual needs of their students.
Beyond its standard curriculum, Southside Elementary is committed to preparing its students for future academic success through the implementation of state standards and various extracurricular initiatives. The school typically benefits from strong community partnerships and parent involvement, which are hallmark traits of the Nortonville area. By maintaining a focus on both character education and academic excellence, the school aims to create a nurturing environment that encourages students to become active, responsible participants in their community as they transition toward middle school.
Beyond its standard curriculum, Southside Elementary is committed to preparing its students for future academic success through the implementation of state standards and various extracurricular initiatives. The school typically benefits from strong community partnerships and parent involvement, which are hallmark traits of the Nortonville area. By maintaining a focus on both character education and academic excellence, the school aims to create a nurturing environment that encourages students to become active, responsible participants in their community as they transition toward middle school.
382
Total Students
24.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
96.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 345 |
| Hispanic | 4 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 26 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White345 (90.3 %)
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Two or More26 (6.8 %)
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Hispanic4 (1.0 %)
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Black3 (0.8 %)
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Asian2 (0.5 %)
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American Indian1 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | Hopkins County |
| Phone: | (270)825-6143 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 382 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 24.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 362 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 8 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
26
Kindergarten
67
Grade 1
60
Grade 2
65
Grade 3
64
Grade 4
57
Grade 5
43
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 26 |
| Kindergarten | 67 |
| Grade 1 | 60 |
| Grade 2 | 65 |
| Grade 3 | 64 |
| Grade 4 | 57 |
| Grade 5 | 43 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 191 | 50% |
| Male | 191 | 50% |
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