Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkside Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1246 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
70%
25%
White
7%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Elementary School's ranking?
Parkside Elementary School is ranked #1246 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Parkside Elementary School often compared to?
Parkside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
378 students attend Parkside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Parkside Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkside Elementary School located?
Parkside Elementary School is located in the Prosperity Church Road neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other public schools located in Prosperity Church Road.
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