Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Park Side Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Park Side Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Side Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Side Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3962 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Side Elementary School's ranking?
Park Side Elementary School is ranked #3962 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Park Side Elementary School often compared to?
Park Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apple Blossom by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Park Side Elementary School?
246 students attend Park Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Park Side Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Side Elementary School?
Park Side Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Park Side Elementary School offer ?
Park Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Park Side Elementary School part of?
Park Side Elementary School is part of Sebastopol Union Elementary School District.
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