Serving 795 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkway Elementary School's student population of 795 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#146 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
13%
36%
White
59%
34%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Parkway Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier Elementary School, River Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
795 students attend Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Parkway Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkway Elementary School part of?
Parkway Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Teacher First Day
July 28, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of School
August 04, 2026 (Tuesday)
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