Serving 149 students in grades 9-12, Parkway West ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkway West's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Philadelphia, PA, covering approximately 142.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends as far as 17.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkway West's student population of 149 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Aiming High and Striving for 95!
School Rankings
Parkway West ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway West is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2398 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
60%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hoyas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway West's ranking?
Parkway West is ranked #2398 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Parkway West often compared to?
Parkway Westis often viewed alongside schools like West Philadelphia High School, Sayre William L Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkway West?
The graduation rate of Parkway West is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Parkway West?
149 students attend Parkway West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Parkway West students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkway West?
Parkway West has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkway West offer ?
Parkway West offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway West part of?
Parkway West is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkway West located?
Parkway West is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.
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