Very Good
#235 of 863 schools in MS
Top 27% in state
Based on limited data
Parkway Elementary School
Elementary School · TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
628 Rutherford Road, Tupelo, MS 38801
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Tupelo. Learn more
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#235 of 863
In Tupelo
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Parkway Elementary School
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About Parkway Elementary School
Parkway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tupelo, MS, part of TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Parkway Elementary School serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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
628 Rutherford Road, Tupelo, MS 38801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is JOYNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAWNDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tupelo, see our Tupelo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARRISBURG DAY SCHOOL Tupelo | 0.9 mi | — |
| THOMAS STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| TUPELO HIGH SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| PIERCE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| TUPELO MIDDLE SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKEVIEW BAPTIST ACADEMY Tupelo | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LAWNDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| JOYNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MILAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Tupelo | 3.1 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Tupelo | 3.1 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Tupelo | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| VERONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 4.6 mi | 6.9 |
| TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tupelo | 5.5 mi | 8.0 |
| PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville | 6.6 mi | 4.2 |
| SHANNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shannon | 9.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SHANNON HIGH SCHOOL Shannon | 9.0 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,447
Median Home Value
$187,600
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
29,817
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clara, MS | 7.5 |
| D T COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pontotoc, MS | 7.5 |
| EUPORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eupora, MS | 7.5 |
| HOUSTON LOWER ELEMENTARY Houston, MS | 7.5 |
| LAWNDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS | 7.5 |
| LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Itta Bena, MS | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkway Elementary School
What grades does Parkway Elementary School serve?
Parkway Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?
Parkway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkway Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkway Elementary School is 10.2:1. 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 MS?
Parkway Elementary School ranks #235 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Parkway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
77.6% 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (662) 844-6303
Resources & Links
District
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 7,134
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,155
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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