Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkside Elementary School serves the northern part of Rockford, MI, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 179 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.37, which is less 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
#357 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
179 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Parkside Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Rockford School District.
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