Parkway High School

Parkway High School serves 1,349 students in grades 8 through 12 in Bossier City, Louisiana, maintaining a manageable student-teacher ratio of 17.3:1 with 78 full-time equivalent teachers. The school earns a solid MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #375 out of 1,290 Louisiana schools, placing it in the 71st percentile statewide with a strong academic score of 8.1 out of 10. Students demonstrate respectable performance in English Language Arts, with 58% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels.

Mathematics presents more of a challenge, with 41% of students reaching proficiency standards, indicating an area where the school continues to focus its efforts on student development and academic support. The school draws from a diverse community in the 71112 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $57,053 and median home value reaches $175,700. About 25% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 17% of families experience poverty, reflecting the varied socioeconomic backgrounds that contribute to the school's student body.

Parkway High School sits in a rural setting near town, providing students with a quieter learning environment while maintaining access to the resources and opportunities of nearby Bossier City.

Located in a rural area, Parkway High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.