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#1031 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 49% in state

Parkway Elementary

Elementary School · Glendale-River Hills School District

5910 N Milwaukee River Pkwy, Glendale, WI 53209

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,031 of 2,105

In Glendale

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Glendale-River Hills School District

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Parkway Elementary

6.6/10

Elementary School in Glendale · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.8/10

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About Parkway Elementary

Parkway Elementary is a public elementary school in Glendale, WI, part of Glendale-River Hills School District. Parkway Elementary serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,031 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Parkway Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,872
Chronic Absenteeism13.1%

Parkway Elementary — Students at Parkway Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.3% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 30 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
44%
ELA
40.7%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Parkway Elementary Compares

See how Parkway Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
51th percentile in WI
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5910 N Milwaukee River Pkwy, Glendale, WI 53209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkway Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stormonth Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richards Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Whitefish Bay), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
EASTBROOK ACADEMY Milwaukee 0.8 mi 7.8
Pratt Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.4
BADER HILLEL HIGH SCHOOL Glendale 1.1 mi 8.4
TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Glendale 1.1 mi 6.6
Nicolet High Glendale 1.1 mi 6.8
DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.0 mi 8.5
Glen Hills Middle Glendale 1.1 mi 6.8
ST MONICA SCHOOL Whitefish Bay 1.1 mi 7.3
Richards Elementary Whitefish Bay 1.1 mi 8.0
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School Milwaukee 1.4 mi 3.0
BADER HILLEL ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.2 mi 8.0
MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.2 mi 8.2
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale 1.8 mi 5.4
Thurston Woods Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 4.4
Barbee Elementary Milwaukee 2.0 mi 6.6
King International Milwaukee 2.2 mi 5.7
Stormonth Elementary Milwaukee 2.0 mi 9.2
GARDEN HOMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 2.2 mi 4.7
Whitefish Bay Middle Whitefish Bay 1.8 mi 8.6
HOLY REDEEMER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,288

Median Home Value

$150,200

Median Rent

$980/mo

Population

44,963

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

41.7%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

35.6

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Adams-Friendship Elementary Friendship, WI 6.6
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Barbee Elementary Milwaukee, WI 6.6
Chilton Elementary Chilton, WI 6.6
Coleman Elementary Coleman, WI 6.6
Eisenhower Elementary Wauwatosa, WI 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkway Elementary

What grades does Parkway Elementary serve?

Parkway Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Parkway Elementary?

Parkway Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkway Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkway Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parkway Elementary rank in WI?

Parkway Elementary ranks #1,031 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Parkway Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkway Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Parkway Elementary a charter school?

No, Parkway Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Parkway Elementary a Title I school?

No, Parkway Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkway Elementary?

33.5% of students at Parkway Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

District

Glendale-River Hills School District
District Enrollment
963
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,872
District Rank
#2 of 2

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