Below Average
#3234 of 3,778 schools in FL
Parkway Elementary School
Elementary School · ST. LUCIE
7000 NW SELVITZ RD, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,234 of 3,778
In Port St. Lucie
#23 of 25
public schools
In district
#40 of 47
ST. LUCIE
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Parkway Elementary School
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About Parkway Elementary School
Parkway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST. LUCIE.
Parkway Elementary School serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,234 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Parkway Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Parkway Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Parkway Elementary School — Students at Parkway Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Parkway Elementary School Compares
See how Parkway Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7000 NW SELVITZ RD, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY BETHANY (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierce), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST GATE K-8 SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,787
Median Home Value
$293,500
Median Rent
$1,739/mo
Population
47,983
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
83.8%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
40.7
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| LABELLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Labelle, FL | 4.4 |
| MERRIAM CHERRY STREET ELEMENTARY Panama City, FL | 4.4 |
| NAVY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 4.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkway Elementary School
What grades does Parkway Elementary School serve?
Parkway Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkway Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkway Elementary School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkway Elementary School rank in FL?
Parkway Elementary School ranks #3,234 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Parkway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Parkway Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkway Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Parkway Elementary School a charter school?
No, Parkway Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkway Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Parkway Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkway Elementary School?
72.7% of students at Parkway Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (772) 340-4800
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #40 of 47
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