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#2607 of 3,813 schools in IL
Parkside Elementary School
Elementary School · Lawrence County CUD 20
1900 Cedar St, Lawrenceville, IL 62439
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,607 of 3,813
In Lawrenceville
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Lawrence County CUD 20
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Parkside Elementary School
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About Parkside Elementary School
Parkside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lawrenceville, IL, part of Lawrence County CUD 20. Parkside Elementary School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,607 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Parkside Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Parkside Elementary School 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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Parkside Elementary School — Students at Parkside Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Parkside Elementary School Compares
See how Parkside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1900 Cedar St, Lawrenceville, IL 62439
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Benjamin Franklin Elementary Sch (rated 7.5/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Vincennes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bridgeport Grade School (rated 7.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Allendale Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Allendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrenceville, see our Lawrenceville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62439 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,083
Median Home Value
$98,200
Median Rent
$824/mo
Population
7,097
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkside Elementary School
What grades does Parkside Elementary School serve?
Parkside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Parkside Elementary School?
Parkside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkside Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkside Elementary School rank in IL?
Parkside Elementary School ranks #2,607 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Parkside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Parkside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkside Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Parkside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Parkside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Parkside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkside Elementary School?
71.0% of students at Parkside Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (618) 943-3922
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence County CUD 20- District Enrollment
- 1,040
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,211
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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