PARKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Parkside Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Highline School District school district, located in Des Moines, WA with about 643 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 30 teachers, Parkside Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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 in Des Moines, Washington, serves as a neighborhood hub within the Highline Public School District. Situated in a suburban setting, the school typically provides a diverse learning environment that emphasizes foundational education for students in grades K-5. The school’s mission generally focuses on fostering academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement, working to ensure that each student has the support necessary to succeed in a changing global landscape.

Academically, Parkside Elementary is known for implementing structured curricula that prioritize literacy and mathematics, often supplemented by enrichment programs that encourage student interest in the arts and sciences. The school places a high value on equity and inclusion, aiming to meet the unique needs of a multicultural student body through dedicated teaching staff and collaborative partnerships with local families. By maintaining a welcoming campus culture, the school strives to create a safe and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to become life-long learners and responsible citizens.

For more information, contact Parkside Elementary at (206) 631-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.