Southside Elementary

Mabank is a small East Texas town anchored by Cedar Creek Lake, where a slower pace of life and tight-knit community feel define daily living. Southside Elementary sits in the middle of that world, and while its academic numbers — particularly in English — reflect some real challenges, its math scores show more promise and suggest there's a foundation to build on. Families rooted in the area who value a close community school over a competitive academic environment will likely feel at home here.