Excellent
#531 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 11% in state
Parkway School
Elementary School · EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
465 BELLMORE RD, East Meadow, NY 11554
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#531 of 4,742
In East Meadow
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Parkway School
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About Parkway School
Parkway School is a public elementary school in East Meadow, NY, part of EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Parkway School serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #531 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Parkway School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Parkway School — Students at Parkway School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY 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: 7.8/10.
How Parkway School Compares
See how Parkway School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
465 BELLMORE RD, East Meadow, NY 11554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkway School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LEE ROAD SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Wantagh), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Levittown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Meadow, see our East Meadow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| LEE ROAD SCHOOL Wantagh | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| SUMMIT LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| THE ELIJA SCHOOL Levittown | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST MEADOW HIGH SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.8 mi | 9.7 |
| J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,770
Median Home Value
$613,900
Median Rent
$2,539/mo
Population
35,806
College Educated
44.2%
Homeownership
89.7%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
43.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS Brooklyn, NY | 8.2 |
| BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 8.2 |
| BIRCH SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 8.2 |
| CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho, NY | 8.2 |
| CHATSWORTH AVENUE SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 8.2 |
| CHILDREN'S LAB SCHOOL (THE) Long Island City, NY | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkway School
What grades does Parkway School serve?
Parkway School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Parkway School?
Parkway School has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkway School?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkway School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkway School rank in NY?
Parkway School ranks #531 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Parkway School's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkway School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Parkway School a charter school?
No, Parkway School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkway School a Title I school?
No, Parkway School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkway School?
26.5% of students at Parkway 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (516) 679-3500
Resources & Links
District
EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,900
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,560
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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