Parkside Elementary School
Parkside Elementary School serves 887 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Parkside Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 887 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#748 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
29%
22%
White
35%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for: Most diverse schools (Top 5%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
887 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Parkside Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Spotsylvania County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Great school phenomenal staff has made my daughter who is very shy very comfortable.Keep up the good work kudo's to morning drop off Staff and Ms. Schaefer 1st grade.
5 12/8/2009
Parkside is a great place to learn. The staff is very child oriented and look for continued improvement in their test scores. The administration is great too! All staff are eager to help. The school is a beautiful facility. My kids love going there!
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