Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkway School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Parkway School's student population of 586 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Parkway School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkway 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
#1115 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkway School's ranking?
Parkway School is ranked #1115 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Parkway School often compared to?
Parkway Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Parkway School?
586 students attend Parkway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Parkway School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway School?
Parkway School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Parkway School offer ?
Parkway School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkway School part of?
Parkway School is part of East Meadow Union Free School District.
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