PARKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Parkside Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lawrence County CUD 20 school district, located in Lawrenceville, IL with about 653 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, Parkside Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Parkside Elementary School, located at 1900 Cedar St in Lawrenceville, Illinois, serves as a primary educational anchor for the local community. As part of the Lawrence County Community Unit School District 20, the school is dedicated to fostering foundational academic skills and social-emotional growth for students in their early formative years. The campus is designed to provide a safe, supportive environment where children can engage in a curriculum that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for creative and physical development.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Parkside Elementary emphasizes a student-centered approach, aiming to prepare children for their transition into middle school. The school typically focuses on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding Lawrenceville community to support student success. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and character development, the school strives to create a positive learning culture that encourages curiosity, academic achievement, and personal responsibility among its young learners.

For more information, contact Parkside Elementary School at (618) 943-3922 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.