Serving 626 students in grades 7-8, Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy's student population of 626 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3394 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
46%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy's ranking?
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy is ranked #3394 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy often compared to?
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like La Mesa Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy?
626 students attend Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy?
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy offer ?
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy part of?
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
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