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#30 of 301 schools in WY

Top 10% 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

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Powell

#2 of 5

public schools

Wyoming elementary schools

#19 of 159

In district

#2 of 5

Park County School District # 1

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Parkside Elementary

Parkside Elementary is a public elementary school in Powell, WY, part of the Park County School District # 1. The school serves approximately 209 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 90.4th percentile among WY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 67% proficiency in math and 60% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (7.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $69,142, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.5Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67%
Reading/ELA Proficiency72%
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)43%
vs. Expected+26.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,980

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 67.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
72%
ELA
62%
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: 7.8/10.

How Parkside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
90th percentile in WY
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
7.8/10
Above average
Environment
7.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

160 North Evarts, Powell, WY 82435

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southside Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Burlington Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Burlington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eastside Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Cody), with a comparable rating. 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 6.4
Southside Elementary Powell 0.6 mi 8.5
Shoshone Learning Center Powell 0.5 mi
Westside Elementary Powell 0.6 mi 7.3
Powell High School Powell 1.2 mi 5.7
Rocky Mountain Elementary Cowley 17.0 mi 3.1
Rocky Mountain High School Cowley 17.0 mi 5.7
Rocky Mountain Middle School Cowley 17.0 mi 4.6
Sunset Elementary Cody 20.3 mi 5.1
Cody Middle School Cody 20.3 mi 5.6
Eastside Elementary Cody 21.1 mi 7.8
Lovell High School Lovell 18.6 mi 6.9
Lovell Middle School Lovell 18.6 mi 6.3
Lovell Elementary Lovell 19.0 mi 3.6
Cody High School Cody 21.8 mi 5.9
Heart Mountain Academy Cody 21.8 mi 6.0
Glenn Livingston Elementary Cody 22.0 mi 4.8
Clark Elementary Powell 23.1 mi
Burlington Elementary Burlington 26.4 mi 8.2
Burlington Middle School Burlington 26.4 mi 7.3

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Parkside Elementary has a median household income of $69,142. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $318,200, with a median rent of $847/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Big Horn Elementary Big Horn, WY 8.2
Willow Creek Elementary Riverton, WY 8.2
Henry A. Coffeen Elementary Sheridan, WY 8.1
Meadowlark Elementary Gillette, WY 8.1
Pine Bluffs Elementary Pine Bluffs, WY 8.1
Shoshoni Elementary Shoshoni, WY 8.3

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 is ranked #30 out of 301 schools in WY.

What is Parkside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkside Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Parkside Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Parkside Elementary has 67.0% math proficiency and 60.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
Elevated (1,475/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Powell). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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