PARKSIDE ELEMENTARY

www.bhmschools.org

362 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Parkside Elementary is a public school located in Buffalo, Minnesota, serving students within the Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose (BHM) School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, personal growth, and character development. As part of the broader BHM school system, Parkside focuses on preparing young learners for future success by integrating rigorous curriculum standards with a nurturing atmosphere that encourages curiosity and community participation.

The school is deeply integrated into the Buffalo community, prioritizing strong partnerships between staff, students, and families to create a cohesive educational experience. With a commitment to inclusivity and student achievement, Parkside Elementary utilizes modern teaching strategies and resources to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or enrollment opportunities, the district’s website at [http://www.bhmschools.org](http://www.bhmschools.org) serves as the primary resource for updates and administrative details.

362

Total Students

26.8

Full-Time Teachers

13.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

41.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PARKSIDE ELEMENTARY
Demographic	Student Count
White	305
Hispanic	30
Black	1
Asian	3
Two or More	22
American Indian	1

White
305 (84.3 %)
Hispanic
30 (8.3 %)
Two or More
22 (6.1 %)
Asian
3 (0.8 %)
Black
1 (0.3 %)
American Indian
1 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools
Phone:	(763)682-8500
Website:	http://www.bhmschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	362
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	26.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	125
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	24

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 44

Grade 1 62

Grade 2 59

Grade 3 62

Grade 4 67

Grade 5 68