Serving 191 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 191 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 309 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside Elementary School, Southside 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 48% WY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
191 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Parkside Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 10:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Park County School District # 1.
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