Parkway Middle School

3600 Nw 5th Ct
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,198 students in grades 3-8, Parkway Middle 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 3-8
  • Enrollment: 1,198 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Parkway Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Parkway Middle School's student population of 1,198 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
1,198 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
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School Rankings

Parkway Middle 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 Middle School is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3008 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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31%
52%
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38%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Parkway Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
36%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Parkway Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
11%
37%
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Black
82%
21%
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White
4%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.32
This chart displays the diversity score of Parkway Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parkway Middle School's ranking?
Parkway Middle School is ranked #3008 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Parkway Middle School often compared to?
Parkway Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Dandy Middle 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 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Parkway Middle School?
1,198 students attend Parkway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Parkway Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway Middle School?
Parkway Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkway Middle School offer ?
Parkway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Parkway Middle School part of?
Parkway Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkway Middle School located?
Parkway Middle School is located in the Broward Estates neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Broward Estates.

School Calendar

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Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)

School Reviews

5   9/30/2014
Parkway middle is an amazing school! The teachers are great and understanding. The guidance office is amazing also. Especially Ms. Delesandro. She's the best. They care for you when your down and when your emotionally or physically hurt. Anyways the programs are outstanding. Like dance. Both teachers are kind but strict. (duh, they're dance teachers.) They give you opportunities that other middle schools cant give you. Bottom Line is that Parkway Middle School kicks other school to the curb. -Unknown 7th grader
- Posted by Student/Alumni - harri

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 3-8
  • Enrollment: 1,198 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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