Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkway Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Milwaukee, WI, encompassing approximately 5.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A community that pursues equity, where each person belongs and thrives.
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#333 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Parkway Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
490 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Parkway Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of Glendale-River Hills School District.
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