Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#230 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
39%
15%
Black
13%
19%
White
42%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #230 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
568 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Parkway Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of Bryant School District.
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