Serving 807 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Parksides Elementary serves the northeast area of Georgetown, TX, covering approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 807 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
807 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Parkside community cultivates each Scholar to become lifelong learners who inspire others and positively change the world.
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#586 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
49%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #586 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Sienna Elementary School, Jo Ann Ford Elementary School, Raye Mccoy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
807 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Parkside Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Leander Independent School District.
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