Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkway School serves the northern part of Plainview, NY, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families live within a 1 to 2-mile radius, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School is ranked #277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Bethpage School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School?
467 students attend Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School?
Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School part of?
Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School is part of Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District.
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