Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Campus Size
15 acres
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1505 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
48%
21%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #1505 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pembroke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
465 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Parkway Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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