Below Average
#3072 of 3,778 schools in FL
Parkway Middle School
Middle School · BROWARD
3600 NW 5TH CT, Lauderhill, FL 33311
Enrollment
1,084
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
1,084
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,072 of 3,778
In Lauderhill
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#263 of 319
BROWARD
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Parkway Middle School
Middle School in Lauderhill · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Parkway Middle School
Parkway Middle School is a public middle school in Lauderhill, FL, part of BROWARD. Parkway Middle School serves approximately 1,084 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkway Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,072 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Parkway Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Parkway Middle 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 Middle School — Students at Parkway Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 35 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 4.4/10.
How Parkway Middle School Compares
See how Parkway Middle 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
3600 NW 5TH CT, Lauderhill, FL 33311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkway Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PLANTATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Plantation), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Lauderdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lauderhill, see our Lauderhill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,918
Median Home Value
$276,600
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
73,280
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.8
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| CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Leesburg, FL | 4.6 |
| CRYSTAL RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Crystal River, FL | 4.6 |
| HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 4.6 |
| INVERNESS MIDDLE SCHOOL Inverness, FL | 4.6 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Milton, FL | 4.6 |
| MEADOWLAWN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkway Middle School
What grades does Parkway Middle School serve?
Parkway Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Parkway Middle School?
Parkway Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,084 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkway Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkway Middle School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkway Middle School rank in FL?
Parkway Middle School ranks #3,072 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Parkway Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkway Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkway Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Parkway Middle School a charter school?
No, Parkway Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkway Middle School a Title I school?
No, Parkway Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkway Middle School?
69.6% of students at Parkway Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,084
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.6%
- Phone
- (754) 322-4000
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #263 of 319
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