Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parksides Elementary School serves the west part of Naples, FL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.39, which is less 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
#1701 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #1701 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lely Elementary School, Manatee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
589 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Parkside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkside Elementary School located?
Parkside Elementary School is located in the South Naples neighborhood of Naples, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in South Naples.
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