Serving 268 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Side Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sebastopol, CA, covering approximately 14.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Park Side Elementary School's student population of 268 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
268 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Side Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Side Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#3119 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Side Elementary School's ranking?
Park Side Elementary School is ranked #3119 out of 9,523 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
268 students attend Park Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Park Side Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 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 21:1, which is equal to 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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