Serving 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 712 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#46 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
63%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier Elementary School, River Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
712 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Parkway Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Student fall break/PL (Events)
October 11, 2024 (Friday)
Spring break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring break (Events)
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring break (Events)
April 09, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring break (Events)
April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
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