Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkside Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lawrenceville, IL, covering approximately 186 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 528 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1556 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #1556 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
528 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Parkside Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Lawrence County Cud 20 School District.
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