Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkway Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Rockford, OH school district, encompassing approximately 160.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing for Excellence, Integrity, Success
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#614 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
389 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Parkway Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of Parkway Local School District.
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