Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkside Elementary School serves the north part of Columbus, IN, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#540 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
24%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #540 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School, Mount Healthy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
733 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Parkside Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Bartholomew Con School Corp School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
The left leaning nature of this school has me absolutely disgusted. I cannot wait for the school year to be overwith. My children will surely be attending someplace more appropriate.
5 10/10/2025
And just where, today, do you think you''re going to find anything like that?
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