South Hills El

South Hills Elementary is located at 3009 Bilglade Road in the South Hills area. The school serves 628 students in grades PK through 5 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1. Data indicates a math proficiency of 32% and a reading proficiency of 37%. There are 49% female students and 51% male students. The school is a friendly place that puts the safety and comfort of its students first. Teachers work hard to make the school a place where every child feels important. People are generally committed to basic learning and health. Technology-integrated lessons that use tablets and interactive software in the classroom are part of academic programs. There are physical education tracks in the curriculum that encourage healthy living and working together as a team. Students take part in creative writing workshops to improve their ability to tell stories and describe things. The math department uses manipulatives to help students understand difficult math ideas. Homes near the school are worth between $225,000 and $345,000. Parents in the area praise the professionalism of the staff and the high level of student involvement. This school wants to be one of the best elementary schools in Texas.

The updated school schedules at South Hills Elementary are getting a good response from parents and students. The schedules are meant to give students more time to learn. The school is still a big part of the district's plans to improve academic performance in all subjects. It still offers a safe space where every child is pushed to do well.

Q1. Does South Hills El provide any choir or orchestra programs?

Ans. Fourth and fifth graders have the option to join the school choir or enroll in beginner strings classes.

Q2. What is the homework policy for students at South Hills El?

Ans. Homework is assigned to reinforce daily concepts and usually takes between twenty to forty minutes to complete nightly.

Q3. Does South Hills El have a dedicated gifted and talented teacher?

Ans. A GT specialist works with identified students on advanced research projects and creative thinking skills during scheduled blocks.

Q4. How does South Hills El manage student safety during dismissal?

Ans. The school uses a numbered tag system for car riders to ensure students are released only to authorized adults.

Q5. Are there any summer reading incentives for South Hills El students?

Ans. The librarian tracks summer reading logs and provides rewards for students who reach their literacy goals during the break.