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#142 of 301 schools in WY

Top 47% in state

Parkside Elementary

Elementary School · Park County School District # 1

160 North Evarts, Powell, WY 82435

Enrollment

209

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#142 of 301

In Powell

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Park County School District # 1

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Parkside Elementary

6.6/10

Elementary School in Powell · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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6.3/10

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About Parkside Elementary

Parkside Elementary is a public elementary school in Powell, WY, part of Park County School District # 1. Parkside Elementary serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Parkside Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • WY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.72 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+26.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,867
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

Parkside Elementary — Students at Parkside Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
72%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Parkside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in WY
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

Location

160 North Evarts, Powell, WY 82435

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burlington Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn Livingston Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Cody), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Powell, see our Powell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Powell Middle School Powell 0.5 mi 8.4
Southside Elementary Powell 0.6 mi 6.3
Shoshone Learning Center Powell 0.5 mi
Westside Elementary Powell 0.6 mi 8.8
Powell High School Powell 1.2 mi 6.6
Rocky Mountain Elementary Cowley 17.0 mi 3.5
Rocky Mountain High School Cowley 17.0 mi 5.6
Rocky Mountain Middle School Cowley 17.0 mi 5.2
Sunset Elementary Cody 20.3 mi 6.4
Cody Middle School Cody 20.3 mi 7.5
Eastside Elementary Cody 21.1 mi 7.0
Lovell High School Lovell 18.6 mi 8.5
Lovell Middle School Lovell 18.6 mi 8.0
Lovell Elementary Lovell 19.0 mi 5.8
Cody High School Cody 21.8 mi 5.2
Heart Mountain Academy Cody 21.8 mi 6.2
Glenn Livingston Elementary Cody 22.0 mi 7.4
Clark Elementary Powell 23.1 mi
Burlington Elementary Burlington 26.4 mi 7.8
Burlington Middle School Burlington 26.4 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,142

Median Home Value

$318,200

Median Rent

$847/mo

Population

12,259

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkside Elementary

What grades does Parkside Elementary serve?

Parkside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Parkside Elementary?

Parkside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkside Elementary is 10.4:1. 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 WY?

Parkside Elementary ranks #142 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Parkside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

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?

60.3% 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Park County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

District

Park County School District # 1
District Enrollment
1,862
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,867
District Rank
#4 of 5

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