Serving 741 students in grades 6-8, 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkway Middle School's student population of 741 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.35, 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
#3221 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
80%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 #3221 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 Kissimmee Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Parkway Middle School?
741 students attend Parkway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Parkway Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway Middle School?
Parkway Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 6-8
What school district is Parkway Middle School part of?
Parkway Middle School is part of Osceola School District.
School Calendar
View the Parkway Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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