Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redwood Elementary School, Madrona Elementary School, Allen Dale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
353 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Parkside Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Grants Pass SD 7 School District.
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