Parkside Elementary School serves 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
65%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
31%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orem School, Cascade School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
588 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Parkside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Alpine School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkside Elementary School located?
Parkside Elementary School is located in the Suncrest neighborhood of Orem, UT.
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