Excellent
#539 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Park Side Elementary
Elementary School · Sebastopol Union Elementary
7450 Bodega Ave., Sebastopol, CA 95472
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#539 of 9,539
In Sebastopol
#2 of 13
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Sebastopol Union Elementary
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Park Side Elementary
Park Side Elementary is a public elementary school in Sebastopol, CA, part of Sebastopol Union Elementary. Park Side Elementary serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Park Side Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Park Side Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Park Side Elementary — Students at Park Side Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Park Side Elementary Compares
See how Park Side Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7450 Bodega Ave., Sebastopol, CA 95472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Side Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gravenstein Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sebastopol Independent Charter (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Oak Grove Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sebastopol, see our Sebastopol schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Analy High Sebastopol | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Brook Haven Middle Sebastopol | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Sunridge Charter Sebastopol | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Sebastopol Independent Charter Sebastopol | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Twin Hills Charter Middle Sebastopol | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PLEASANT HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sebastopol | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Apple Blossom Sebastopol | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Orchard View Sebastopol | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| GREENACRE HOMES Sebastopol | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Greenacre Homes & School - Atkinson Sebastopol | 1.9 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Middle Sebastopol | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Oak Grove Elementary/Willowside Middle Santa Rosa | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| SUMMERFIELD WALDORF SCHOOL AND FARM Santa Rosa | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Summerfield Waldorf School and Farm Santa Rosa | 3.2 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Elementary Sebastopol | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Plumfield Academy Sebastopol | 2.8 mi | — |
| PLUMFIELD ACADEMY Sebastopol | 2.8 mi | — |
| Wright Charter Santa Rosa | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Gravenstein Elementary Sebastopol | 3.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Gravenstein First Sebastopol | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,775
Median Home Value
$995,200
Median Rent
$1,918/mo
Population
28,588
College Educated
50.2%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
50.9
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| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara, CA | 8.8 |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson, CA | 8.8 |
| Aveson School of Leaders Altadena, CA | 8.8 |
| Canfield Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.8 |
| Coastal Grove Charter Arcata, CA | 8.8 |
| Columbine Elementary Delano, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Side Elementary
What grades does Park Side Elementary serve?
Park Side Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Park Side Elementary?
Park Side Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Side Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Side Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Side Elementary rank in CA?
Park Side Elementary ranks #539 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Park Side Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Side Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Park Side Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Side Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Park Side Elementary a charter school?
No, Park Side Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Side Elementary a Title I school?
No, Park Side Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Side Elementary?
54.5% of students at Park Side Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (707) 829-7400
Resources & Links
District
Sebastopol Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 447
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,925
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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