Parkside Elementary School

Parkside Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
685 Mercer St SE,  Atlanta, GA
Grant Park Neighborhood
Atlanta Public Schools
4.3
563 Students
B
Niche Grade
Home to almost 600 Pre-K to 5th grade students, Parkside Elementary School prides itself on forming an inclusive and tolerant environment where all learners can cultivate a basis of confidence and compassion that will serve them well throughout the rest of their lives. An exceptionally diverse public school, minority students will feel well-represented amongst their peers and should have no difficulty forming friendships with fellow students of various different backgrounds. Taking full advantage of its better than average student to teacher ratio, the school's gifted and talent development program provides individualized instruction for the students with the aptitude to perform above the standard elementary school level. The school also hosts a number of extracurricular enrichment teams and clubs including piano, drama, soccer, golf, tennis, karate, pre-engineering, ballet, and many others. All enrichment activities require a minimum enrollment for each club to operate, so interested parents should be sure to get an early start to ensure their child can participate in these exciting activities.

School Details

Head of School
Timmy Foster
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
35%
Reading Proficiency
43%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
35%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.5%

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
3
Equity
7
Student Progress
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Test Scores

Math
20.8%
State Average
15.6%
Science
25.8%
State Average
10.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
584:1

Student Diversity

Male
55.2%
Female
44.8%
Black
49.4%
White
35.9%
Two or more races
8.2%
Hispanic
5.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 51 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/13/2023
Our experience has been very Positive. We have absolutely loved our Elementary School teachers - 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade teachers have been amazing. My child feels safe and cared for. She also has fun and really looks forward to school and learning. The PTA does a great job of including families...
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5.0 other
6/5/2023
We have had an excellent experience with this school, the educators and staff! The PTA is very active and works hard to support the amazing principal.
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5.0 parent
8/15/2022
My kid goes to Parkside since Pre-K and she is in 4th Grade now. We couldn't be happier with the school, Teachers respond quickly to all emails when I have a question, and Great PTA always takes care of school and kids well being. Science Fairs, IB program activities, Teachers certified for Gifted K...
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1.0 parent
2/22/2022
Do not care about the individual students only numbers. Poor decision makers in charge. The school sends out automated messages with poor grammar and it’s embarrassing.
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Parkside Elementary School

Parkside Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Atlanta, GA and is served by the Atlanta Public Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 563 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 35% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 43% are proficient in reading. Parkside Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $674,310. Discover additional schools in the area, like Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School, Carver Early College, Carver High School, and more. Learn more about what Atlanta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Parkside Elementary School.

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