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4.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Parksley, Virginia

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 4.2/10
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Metompkin Elementary

4.2/10

Elementary · Accomack County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

1

in this city

Avg Score

4.2

out of 10

Median Home

$205,000

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Parksley

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Metompkin Elementary 4.2 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
4.2/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$57,344

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$205,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
18%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
21 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
63%

Of occupied housing units

How Parksley compares

Median household income

$57k

65% of Virginia median

About Schools in Parksley, Virginia

Parksley, Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 4.2 out of 10, schools in Parksley show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Parksley is Metompkin Elementary with a composite score of 4.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Parksley is served by 1 school district: Accomack County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,726 students.

Parksley's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,344. The poverty rate in the area is 11.7%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 558 students · Pre-K–5th 4.2

Schools in Parksley

Parksley, Virginia · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$57,344

Median Home Value

$205,000

Median Rent

$811/mo

Population

3,917

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Community Profile

Parksley has a median household income of $57,344. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $205,000, with a median rent of $811/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.7%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Parksley, Virginia

How many schools are in Parksley, Virginia?

Parksley has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Parksley, Virginia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Parksley is 4.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Parksley, Virginia?

The top-ranked school in Parksley on MySchoolScout is Metompkin Elementary with a composite score of 4.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Parksley, Virginia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Parksley on MySchoolScout is Metompkin Elementary with a composite score of 4.2/10.

How many school districts serve Parksley, Virginia?

Parksley is served by 1 school district: Accomack County Public Schools.

What is the education level in Parksley, Virginia?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Parksley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Parksley, Virginia?

The median household income in Parksley is approximately $57,344 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Parksley, Virginia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Parksley is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Parksley, Virginia?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.