What grades does SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL serve?

SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the BATESVILLE area.

Where is SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL located?

SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a rural school in BATESVILLE, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL is 19.3:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in BATESVILLE, AR?

Schools in BATESVILLE include SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the BATESVILLE area.

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Southside Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

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BATESVILLE, AR 72501

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Tue

Parent-Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

Parent-Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Fall Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Fall Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

4–6

Enrollment

463

Student:Teacher

19.3:1

Locale

Rural

District

SOUTHSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT (INDEPENDENCE)

Econ. Disadvantaged

53.4%

Phone

(870)251-2332

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 AR

Technology & 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)

97% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

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, Sep 15, 2026

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Staff Day

Tue, Oct 13, 2026

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Staff Day

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Fall Break (No School)

Break

Full 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	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Interim 1 TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Sun, Dec 6, 2026	Choir-Christmas Concert (Time: TBA)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	Interim 2 TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents’ Day (No School)District-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Feb 23, 2027	Pre Assessment Concert (Feb 23/25)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Mar 18, 2027	Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Closed for Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day (Closed)District-wide	Holiday	—