Parkside Elementary

Public PK, KG-5

 5620 Smith Station Rd.
       Fredericksburg, VA  22407


(540) 710-5190

District: Spotsylvania County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
743rd of 1,114 Virginia Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $7,007 Help


Students who attend Parkside Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Spotsylvania Middle

Student/teacher ratio:  18.0 Help
Number of students:  941

Racial breakdown:

African American:
31.1%
White:
30.7%
Hispanic:
20.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  45.6% Help


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Compare Details Parkside Elementary ranks worse than 66.7% of elementary schools in Virginia. It also ranks 14th among 17 ranked elementary schools in the Spotsylvania County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 38.28. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Parkside Elementary has the largest elementary school student body size in the Spotsylvania County Public Schools District. Student population at Parkside Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: African American (31.1%), White (30.7%), Hispanic (20%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 45.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Parkside Elementary is 18. 15 elementary schools in the Spotsylvania County Public Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Parkside Elementary is $7,007, which is the lowest among 17 elementary schools in the Spotsylvania County Public Schools District!
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Parkside Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Parkside Elementary 743rd of 1114 Virginia public elementary schools. (See Parkside Elementary in the ranking list.)

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White students:


Spotsylvania County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Spotsylvania County Public Schools 72nd of 131 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Parkside Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 11.97 1022nd 1062 3.8%
2006 25.45 946th 1071 11.7%
2007 35.06 835th 1083 22.9%
2008 36.43 805th 1081 25.5%
2009 50.71 590th 1082 45.5%
2010 59.42 461st 1113 58.6%
2011 65.99 354th 1117 68.3%
2012 74.75 206th 1117 81.6%
2013 72.34 266th 1120 76.3%
2014 54.74 525th 1110 52.7%
2015 76.80 195th 1100 82.3%
2016 81.57 130th 1096 88.1%
2017 59.29 472nd 1099 57.1%
2018 57.54 517th 1097 52.9%
2019 56.67 536th 1105 51.5%
2021 64.19 408th 1103 63.0%
2022 53.49 558th 1109 49.7%
2023 38.28 743rd 1114 33.3%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 22.09 217th 245 11.4%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 21.19 263rd 300 12.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 39.10 732nd 1100 33.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 36.75 751st 1093 31.3%
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Rank History for Asian students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 16.62 211th 230 8.3%
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Rank History for African American students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 43.53 371st 579 35.9%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 29.61 433rd 564 23.2%
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Rank History for White students at Parkside Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 45.81 591st 984 39.9%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Reviews:
by a student
Thursday, April 28, 2016

Open Quote Went to Parkside for 6 years and absolutely loved it. The teachers and staff were caring and amazing. I loved their library. Best teachers ever. Close Quote


by a student
Monday, April 4, 2016

Open Quote Parkside was the best school I've ever attended. I come back to visit former staff and to volunteer with my mother. Great school, great learning experience. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Open Quote My daughter goes to school here and I absolutely love it. In the process of moving and trying so hard to stay in this district so we don't leave the school. Close Quote


by a parent on FaceBook
Monday, February 2, 2009

Open Quote My kids have attended this school for 5 and 3 years. The staff has been great and the teachers very personable and caring for my kids. Our experience with the school has been wonderful. This has not only been a place for our kids to learn but an extended family. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Parkside Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 478 118 31 30 6 n/a n/a 0 663
2003 478 118 31 30 6 n/a n/a 0 663
2004 485 113 26 42 4 n/a n/a 0 670
2005 481 119 34 43 3 n/a n/a 3 683
2006 490 154 37 61 6 n/a n/a 12 760
2007 472 184 30 97 6 n/a n/a 20 809
2008 485 212 38 97 5 n/a n/a 52 889
2009 488 205 47 94 5 n/a n/a 57 896
2010 470 218 54 83 6 n/a n/a 55 886
2011 479 231 53 113 2 0 58 0 936
2012 334 170 42 114 0 0 31 0 691
2013 332 159 42 110 1 0 50 0 694
2014 355 175 40 108 1 0 53 0 732
2015 365 173 38 124 2 0 59 0 761
2016 352 177 46 117 3 0 70 0 765
2017 350 187 44 122 1 0 64 0 768
2018 387 204 60 133 2 0 74 0 860
2019 369 223 61 135 2 0 75 0 865
2020 355 223 69 135 2 0 73 0 857
2021 312 255 76 164 1 5 74 0 887
2022 314 277 87 197 1 4 69 0 949
2023 289 293 94 188 4 2 71 0 941

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Parkside Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 663 47.0 14.1 16.6
2003 663 47.0 14.1 16.6
2004 670 48.0 14.0 18.7
2005 683 48.0 14.2 17.9
2006 760 53.0 14.3 16.8
2007 809 61.5 13.2 22.1
2008 889 48.8 18.2 23.1
2009 896 53.1 16.9 22.8
2010 886 50.7 17.4 25.4
2011 936 46.0 20.3 24.8
2012 691 32.5 21.2 35.7
2013 694 34.0 20.4 34.9
2014 732 38.0 19.2 33.3
2015 761 39.0 19.5 31.9
2016 765 39.0 19.6 32.5
2017 768 41.0 18.7 33.5
2018 860 44.3 19.3 36.2
2019 865 49.3 17.5 34.7
2020 857 46.9 18.2 36.1
2021 887 47.5 18.6 n/a
2022 949 51.1 18.5 32.6
2023 941 52.0 18.0 45.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Parkside Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 663 47.0 14.1 16.6
2003 663 47.0 14.1 16.6
2004 670 48.0 14.0 18.7
2005 683 48.0 14.2 17.9
2006 760 53.0 14.3 16.8
2007 809 61.5 13.2 22.1
2008 889 48.8 18.2 23.1
2009 896 53.1 16.9 22.8
2010 886 50.7 17.4 25.4
2011 936 46.0 20.3 24.8
2012 691 32.5 21.2 35.7
2013 694 34.0 20.4 34.9
2014 732 38.0 19.2 33.3
2015 761 39.0 19.5 31.9
2016 765 39.0 19.6 32.5
2017 768 41.0 18.7 33.5
2018 860 44.3 19.3 36.2
2019 865 49.3 17.5 34.7
2020 857 46.9 18.2 36.1
2021 887 47.5 18.6 n/a
2022 949 51.1 18.5 32.6
2023 941 52.0 18.0 45.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Parkside Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $145 (2.1%) $6,807 (97.9%) $6,952
2020 $137 (2.0%) $6,783 (98.0%) $6,920
2021 $187 (2.7%) $6,820 (97.3%) $7,007

Data source: Virginia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Parkside Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 536th of 1105 Elementary schoolsRanks 743rd of 1114 Elementary schools
 18.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Parkside Elementary)8670.8
 15.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Spotsylvania County Public Schools)8169.5
 11.5%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8269.1
 12.9%
3rd Grade English Reading (Parkside Elementary)7662.3
 13.7%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Spotsylvania County Public Schools)6864.4
 3.6%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Virginia)7166.1
 4.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Parkside Elementary)7659
 17%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Spotsylvania County Public Schools)8269.5
 12.5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8369.7
 13.3%
4th Grade English Reading (Parkside Elementary)7562
 13%
   4th Grade English Reading (Spotsylvania County Public Schools)7572.6
 2.4%
   4th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7572.7
 2.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (Parkside Elementary)8665.1
 20.9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Spotsylvania County Public Schools)8470.8
 13.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8167
 14%
5th Grade Science (Parkside Elementary)8459.3
 24.7%
   5th Grade Science (Spotsylvania County Public Schools)8063.3
 16.7%
   5th Grade Science (Virginia)7966
 13%
5th Grade English Reading (Parkside Elementary)8269.3
 12.7%
   5th Grade English Reading (Spotsylvania County Public Schools)7870.3
 7.7%
   5th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7871.4
 6.6%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students865941
 8.8%
African American223293
 31.4%
American Indian24
 100%
Asian6194
 54.1%
Hispanic135188
 39.3%
Pacific Islander02
White369289
 21.7%
Two or More Races7571
 5.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients34.7%45.6%
 10.9%


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Students who attend Parkside Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Spotsylvania Middle

Parkside Elementary ranks 743rd of 1114 Virginia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 941 students attended Parkside Elementary.

Students at Parkside Elementary are 31% African American, 31% White, 20% Hispanic, 10% Asian, 8% Two or more races.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Virginia Department of Education. Attendance Areas provided by ATTOM.

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