Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 351 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-5
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#381 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
351 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Parkside Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% 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 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota 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 Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Public Sch School District.
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