Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 216 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2639 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
90%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #2639 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
216 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Parkway Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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