Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkwood Elementary School serves the northern part of Warner Robins, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from any zone edge being around 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkwood Elementary School's student population of 683 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkwood Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1653 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
59%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkwood Elementary School's ranking?
Parkwood Elementary School is ranked #1653 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Parkwood Elementary School often compared to?
Parkwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Parkwood Elementary School?
683 students attend Parkwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Parkwood Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkwood Elementary School?
Parkwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkwood Elementary School offer ?
Parkwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkwood Elementary School part of?
Parkwood Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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