South Elementary School serves 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 41% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
40%
14%
White
59%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Elementary School?
360 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Big Beaver Falls Area School District.
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