Parkway Elementary School

3585 University Parkway
Leesville, LA 71446
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 728 students in grades 1-4, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-4
  • Enrollment: 728 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 30% in LA
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Parkway Elementary School's student population of 728 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (LA)
#270 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
34%
50-54%
42%
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
18%
41%
White
47%
41%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickering Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
728 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Parkway Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of Vernon Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-4
  • Enrollment: 728 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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