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#2084 of 2,221 schools in MO

North County Parkside Elem.

Elementary School · NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I

100 N PARKSIDE, Desloge, MO 63601

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

3.7

Grades

3rd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,084 of 2,221

In Desloge

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I

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North County Parkside Elem.

3.7/10

Elementary School in Desloge · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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About North County Parkside Elem.

North County Parkside Elem. is a public elementary school in Desloge, MO, part of NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I.

North County Parkside Elem. serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North County Parkside Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,084 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for North County Parkside Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.4% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,823
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

North County Parkside Elem. — Students at North County Parkside Elem. score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
33%
2024
Math
35.5%
ELA
33.2%
2025
Math
30.9%
ELA
31.5%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How North County Parkside Elem. Compares

See how North County Parkside Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in MO
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 N PARKSIDE, Desloge, MO 63601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North County Parkside Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST COUNTY ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFERSON ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Desloge, see our Desloge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge 0.4 mi 4.9
CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills 0.8 mi 6.2
INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge 0.8 mi 5.4
CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills 1.8 mi 7.2
WEST ELEM. Park Hills 2.4 mi 6.4
NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre 2.5 mi 5.4
SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills 2.5 mi
CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills 2.5 mi 6.9
NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre 3.2 mi 5.9
WEST COUNTY HIGH Park Hills 4.3 mi 5.8
WEST COUNTY MIDDLE Park Hills 4.4 mi 7.0
WEST COUNTY ELEM. Park Hills 4.6 mi 8.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington 6.4 mi 7.1
FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington 8.2 mi 5.8
BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck 8.4 mi 5.3
BISMARCK R-V HIGH Bismarck 8.4 mi 6.2
JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington 7.9 mi 7.0
TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington 8.4 mi 4.7
WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington 8.5 mi 5.1
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington 8.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,798

Median Home Value

$114,400

Median Rent

$734/mo

Population

16,434

College Educated

16.3%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRENNAN WOODS ELEM. High Ridge, MO 3.7
CRANE ELEM. Crane, MO 3.7
GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO 3.7
NASHUA ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 3.7
THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence, MO 3.7
WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North County Parkside Elem.

What grades does North County Parkside Elem. serve?

North County Parkside Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.

How many students attend North County Parkside Elem.?

North County Parkside Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North County Parkside Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at North County Parkside Elem. is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North County Parkside Elem. rank in MO?

North County Parkside Elem. ranks #2,084 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is North County Parkside Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

North County Parkside Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 North County Parkside Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North County Parkside Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North County Parkside Elem. a charter school?

No, North County Parkside Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North County Parkside Elem. a Title I school?

No, North County Parkside Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North County Parkside Elem.?

45.8% of students at North County Parkside Elem. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Francois County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I
District Enrollment
2,721
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,823
District Rank
#5 of 5

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