Parkside Elementary School in Baileyton, AL ranked #501 in the state in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #209 in 2016.
Math proficiency was 25% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged 50–54%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged 45–49% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 315 students in 2019 to 380 in 2023, with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1; 67% of students were eligible for free lunch, reflecting a rise from 51% in 2022.
The school served grades PK–8 with 396 students enrolled in 2023, comprising 13% minority enrollment including 29 Hispanic students and 2 Asian/Pacific Islander students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.24, which is less 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
#501 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Middle School, Holly Pond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
396 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Parkside Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Cullman County School District.
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