Serving 756 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 756 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#116 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
60%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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 #116 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
756 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Parkway Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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
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)
Spring break (Events)
April 11, 2025 (Friday)
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