Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#664 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
46%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Goshen Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #664 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Model Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
334 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Parkside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Parkside Elementary School offer ?
Parkside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkside Elementary School part of?
Parkside Elementary School is part of Goshen Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Parkside Elementary School located?
Parkside Elementary School is located in the Parkside neighborhood of Goshen, IN.
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