Serving 404 students in grades 3-4, North County Parkside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North County Parkside Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Park Hills, MO, covering approximately 137.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone boundary and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles to the farthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
North County Parkside Elementary School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Just Can't Hide That Raider Pride!
School Rankings
North County Parkside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North County Parkside Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1245 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North County Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
North County Parkside Elementary School is ranked #1245 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend North County Parkside Elementary School?
404 students attend North County Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North County Parkside Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North County Parkside Elementary School?
North County Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North County Parkside Elementary School offer ?
North County Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North County Parkside Elementary School part of?
North County Parkside Elementary School is part of North St. Francois County R-I School District.
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