Best Schools in Parkside, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Parkside EL Sch
Elementary · Penn-delco Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$232,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$232,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +17.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Parkside schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Parkside
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parkside EL Sch | 6.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $84,783
- Median home value
- $232,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Parkside compares
Median household income
$85k
107% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Parkside, Pennsylvania
Parkside, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Parkside show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Parkside is Parkside EL Sch with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Parkside is served by 1 school district: Penn-Delco SD. These districts collectively serve 3,238 students.
Parkside's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,783. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 261 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
Schools in Parkside
Parkside, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$84,783
Median Home Value
$232,800
Median Rent
$1,170/mo
Population
16,590
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Parkside has a median household income of $84,783. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $232,800, with a median rent of $1,170/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Parkside, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Parkside, Pennsylvania?
Parkside has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Parkside, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Parkside is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Parkside, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Parkside on MySchoolScout is Parkside EL Sch with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Parkside, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Parkside on MySchoolScout is Parkside EL Sch with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Parkside, Pennsylvania?
Parkside is served by 1 school district: Penn-delco Sd.
What is the education level in Parkside, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Parkside have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Parkside, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Parkside is approximately $84,783 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Parkside, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Parkside is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Parkside, Pennsylvania?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.