Serving 218 students in grades 9-12, Parkway Northwest ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Parkway Northwest's student population of 218 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkway Northwest ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Northwest is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1717 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
92%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Northwest's ranking?
Parkway Northwest is ranked #1717 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkway Northwest?
The graduation rate of Parkway Northwest is 80-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Parkway Northwest?
218 students attend Parkway Northwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Parkway Northwest students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway Northwest?
Parkway Northwest has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkway Northwest offer ?
Parkway Northwest offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parkway Northwest part of?
Parkway Northwest is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkway Northwest located?
Parkway Northwest is located in the East Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in East Germantown.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
I graduated from parkway spring garden on 7500 Germantown ave in 1988. Great teachers and staff.
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