Reidland Elementary School vs Southside Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 97 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Reidland Elementary School
Paducah · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
548 students
Southside Elementary School
Nortonville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
549 students
| Measure | Reidland Elementary School Paducah, Kentucky | Southside Elementary School Nortonville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #86 of 707 | #360 of 707 |
| National rank | #11961 of 50,301 | #23715 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 548 | 549 |
| Enrollment | 548 | 549 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71% | 67.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 52% |
| city | Paducah | Nortonville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Reidland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.1 vs 52.1).
- •Reidland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Reidland Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 54%).
- •Southside Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 71%).
- •Reidland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.3).
- •Southside Elementary School is the larger school with 549 students compared with 548.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Reidland Elementary School better than Southside Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Reidland Elementary School ranks higher (69.1 vs 52.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Reidland Elementary School and Southside Elementary School?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Paducah and Nortonville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Reidland Elementary School: 548. Southside Elementary School: 549. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Reidland Elementary School and Southside Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Reidland Elementary School is 86th of 707 and Southside Elementary School is 360th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).