Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkwood Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkwood Heights Elementary School's student population of 322 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
We power your student’s full potential
School Rankings
Parkwood Heights Elementary 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 Parkwood Heights Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2016 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
23%
38%
Black
47%
21%
White
19%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkwood Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School is ranked #2016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Parkwood Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Parkwood Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Acres Elementary School, Arlington Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Parkwood Heights Elementary School?
322 students attend Parkwood Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Parkwood Heights Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkwood Heights Elementary School?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkwood Heights Elementary School offer ?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkwood Heights Elementary School part of?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkwood Heights Elementary School located?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School is located in the Arlingwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Arlingwood.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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