Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkwood Elementary serves the northeast part of Jacksonville, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkwood Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Parkwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkwood Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1011 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)63%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
18%
24%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkwood Elementary School's ranking?
Parkwood Elementary School is ranked #1011 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Parkwood Elementary School often compared to?
Parkwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwoods Elementary School, Carolina Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Parkwood Elementary School?
457 students attend Parkwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Parkwood Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkwood Elementary School?
Parkwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Parkwood Elementary School offer ?
Parkwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkwood Elementary School part of?
Parkwood Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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