Serving 388 students in grades 5-6, Parkway School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkway School's student population of 388 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkway School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#524 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)67%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
43%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway School's ranking?
Parkway School is ranked #524 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Parkway School?
388 students attend Parkway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Parkway School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway School?
Parkway School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Parkway School offer ?
Parkway School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Parkway School part of?
Parkway School is part of Ephrata School District.
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