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Southside Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27
Middle|BATESVILLE, Arkansas|SOUTHSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT (INDEPENDENCE)
BATESVILLE, AR 72501
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Upcoming Events
Oct
13
Tue
Parent-Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide
Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details.
Oct
14
Wed
Fall Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide
Oct
15
Thu
Fall Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide
Nov
23
Mon
Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
Nov
25
Wed
Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
Dec
2
Wed
Bring Someone Special to Breakfast 4th GradeBreakDistrict-wide
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School Profile
School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
31%
33th percentile in AR
Math Proficiency
48%
73th percentile in AR
Chronic Absenteeism
23.1%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
Gifted & Talented
7 students enrolled
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.1:1
Near average in ARTechnology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
436
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
32
97% fully certified
Counselors
1
Nurses
1
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,049
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$5,581
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$11,733
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 19%State 61%Local 21%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Median Home Value
$157,237
+0.9% 1yr+15.0% 5yr
Batesville, AR metro area
Community Need Level
Elevated
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
30.0%
Below 150% poverty line
5.3%
Unemployment rate
10.1%
Uninsured residents
13.2%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
414
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
351
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
76%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
140 (40%)
Speech/Language Impairment
106 (30%)
Other Health Impairment
35 (10%)
Intellectual Disability
30 (9%)
Autism
23 (7%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
450
Current enrollment
Stable(-7% 5yr)Coming Up
Tue, Oct 13, 2026
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details.
Staff DayWed, Oct 14, 2026
Fall Break (No School)
BreakThu, Oct 15, 2026
Fall Break (No School)
BreakFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in SOUTHSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT (INDEPENDENCE). Southside Middle School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates. |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | Interim 1 TestingDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details. |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details. |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Fall Break (No School)District-wide |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | Fall Break (No School)District-wide |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Dec 2, 2026 | Bring Someone Special to Breakfast 4th GradeDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Bring Someone Special to Break 5th GradeDistrict-wide |
| Sun, Dec 6, 2026 | Choir-Christmas Concert (Time: TBA)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | Christmas Break (No School)District-wide Review the school calendar for the complete break dates. |
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027 | Interim 2 TestingDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Feb 11, 2027 | Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details. |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents’ Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Feb 23, 2027 | Pre Assessment Concert (Feb 23/25)District-wide |
| Thu, Mar 18, 2027 | Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details. |
| Mon, Mar 22, 2027 | Spring Break (No School)District-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans. |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 | Closed for Memorial DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day (Closed)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
Showing 20 events for the 2026-27 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about Southside Middle School
SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL currently enrolls 463 students across Middle grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in AR.
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