Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Parkwood Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Parkwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkwood Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2130 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
54%
25%
White
14%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkwood Elementary School's ranking?
Parkwood Elementary School is ranked #2130 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Parkwood Elementary School often compared to?
Parkwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearsontown Elementary School, Kestrel Heights School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Parkwood Elementary School?
576 students attend Parkwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Parkwood Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkwood Elementary School?
Parkwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Parkwood Elementary School offer ?
Parkwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkwood Elementary School part of?
Parkwood Elementary School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkwood Elementary School located?
Parkwood Elementary School is located in the Parkwood neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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