Serving 883 students in grades 4-8, Parkway Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkway Middle School serves the east part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkway Middle School's student population of 883 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
883 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkway Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2919 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
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)56%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Middle School's ranking?
Parkway Middle School is ranked #2919 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Parkway Middle School often compared to?
Parkway Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Dandy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Parkway Middle School?
883 students attend Parkway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Parkway Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkway Middle School?
Parkway Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkway Middle School offer ?
Parkway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway Middle School part of?
Parkway Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkway Middle School located?
Parkway Middle School is located in the Broward Estates neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Broward Estates.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Parkway middle is an amazing school! The teachers are great and understanding. The guidance office is amazing also. Especially Ms. Delesandro. She's the best. They care for you when your down and when your emotionally or physically hurt. Anyways the programs are outstanding. Like dance. Both teachers are kind but strict. (duh, they're dance teachers.) They give you opportunities that other middle schools cant give you. Bottom Line is that Parkway Middle School kicks other school to the curb.
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