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Below Average

#910 of 1,015 schools in UT

Based on limited data

Parkside Elementary

Elementary School · Alpine District

658 W 150 North, Orem, UT 84057

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

24.5:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#910 of 1,015

In Orem

#20 of 22

public schools

In district

#80 of 88

Alpine District

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Parkside Elementary

4.1/10

Elementary School in Orem · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Parkside Elementary

Parkside Elementary is a public elementary school in Orem, UT, part of Alpine District. Parkside Elementary serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #910 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Parkside Elementary show 31% math proficiency (2025 RISE) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 RISE). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Parkside Elementary runs 24.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics5.5Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.9% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.4% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,266

Parkside Elementary — Students at Parkside Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.9% (2025 RISE)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.4% (2025 RISE)
School
State
N/A

Based on 3 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

How Parkside Elementary Compares

See how Parkside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
10th percentile in UT
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Location

658 W 150 North, Orem, UT 84057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orem School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aspen School (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centennial Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orem, see our Orem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
TELOS ACADEMY Orem 0.3 mi 7.1
Mountain View High Orem 0.3 mi 4.5
Orem Jr High Orem 0.7 mi 3.8
Orem School Orem 0.8 mi 8.4
Utah County Academy of Science Orem 1.2 mi 8.7
Lumen Scholar Institute Orem 1.1 mi 7.3
Bonneville School Orem 1.4 mi 5.2
Lakeridge Jr High Orem 1.5 mi 4.4
Noah Webster Academy Orem 1.4 mi 5.8
Windsor School Orem 1.6 mi 5.9
KIDS VILLAGE Orem 1.8 mi 5.3
Vineyard School Vineyard 1.5 mi 5.1
Centennial Elementary Orem 1.5 mi 7.3
ARCHES ACADEMY Orem 1.5 mi 7.2
Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy Lindon 1.9 mi 8.1
Westmore School Orem 1.9 mi 3.7
Orem High Orem 1.6 mi 5.2
Timpanogos High Orem 1.9 mi 6.0
Aspen School Orem 2.2 mi 7.5
Northridge School Orem 2.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,184

Median Home Value

$398,400

Median Rent

$1,408/mo

Population

37,620

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

28.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkside Elementary

What grades does Parkside Elementary serve?

Parkside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Parkside Elementary?

Parkside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkside Elementary is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parkside Elementary rank in UT?

Parkside Elementary ranks #910 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Parkside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkside Elementary has 31% math proficiency (2025 RISE) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 RISE).

Is Parkside Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Parkside Elementary a Title I school?

No, Parkside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkside Elementary?

54.8% of students at Parkside 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Utah County

District

Alpine District
District Enrollment
87,051
Schools in District
91
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,266
District Rank
#80 of 88

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