Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1586 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
68%
69%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #1586 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Field Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
379 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Parkway Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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