Below Average
#846 of 1,015 schools in UT
Parkside School
Elementary School · Murray District
495 E 5175 S, Murray, UT 84107
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#846 of 1,015
In Murray
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Murray District
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Parkside School
Elementary School in Murray · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Parkside School
Parkside School is a public elementary school in Murray, UT, part of Murray District. Parkside School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #846 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Parkside School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Parkside 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 School — Students at Parkside School score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from UT 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: 3.7/10.
How Parkside School Compares
See how Parkside School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
495 E 5175 S, Murray, UT 84107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mcmillan School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodstock School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Salt Lake City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wasatch Waldorf Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Holladay), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murray, see our Murray schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Jr High Murray | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| MOUNT VERNON ACADEMY Murray | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Murray High Murray | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Mcmillan School Murray | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Utah Virtual Academy Murray | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| James E. Moss School Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Longview School Murray | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| LA EUROPA ACADEMY Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LA EUROPA ACADEMY Murray | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL PARISH SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Early Childhood Center Murray | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Academy for Math Engineering & Science Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Cottonwood High Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Liberty School Murray | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| VALOR PREPARATORY ACADEMY Murray | 1.4 mi | — |
| Wasatch Waldorf Charter School Holladay | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Woodstock School Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Granite Connection High Salt Lake City | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Bonneville Jr High Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Lincoln School Salt Lake City | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,469
Median Home Value
$426,000
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Population
37,548
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
47.2%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
35
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARDEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Salt Lake City, UT | 4.7 |
| East School Roosevelt, UT | 4.7 |
| Jackling School West Valley City, UT | 4.7 |
| Mountain Shadows School West Jordan, UT | 4.7 |
| Stansbury School West Valley City, UT | 4.7 |
| Three Peaks School Cedar City, UT | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkside School
What grades does Parkside School serve?
Parkside School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Parkside School?
Parkside School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkside School?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkside School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkside School rank in UT?
Parkside School ranks #846 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Parkside School's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Parkside School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkside School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Parkside School a charter school?
No, Parkside School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkside School a Title I school?
No, Parkside School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkside School?
73.2% of students at Parkside 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.4%
- Phone
- (801) 264-7434
Resources & Links
District
Murray District- District Enrollment
- 5,733
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,273
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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