Serving 7 students in grades 9-12, Parkway West Ctc ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in PA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway West Ctc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Parkway West Ctc's student population of 7 students has declined by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parkway West Ctc is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% PA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Parkway West Ctc?
7 students attend Parkway West Ctc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Parkway West Ctc students are White.
What grades does Parkway West Ctc offer ?
Parkway West Ctc offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway West Ctc part of?
Parkway West Ctc is part of Parkway West CTC School District.
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