Parkway Elementary School

Parkway Elementary School in Evans, GA, is a top-performing public school serving 795 students in grades PK-5 within the highly ranked Columbia County district, and it currently ranks in the top 3% of all elementary schools in Georgia.

Parkway stands out for its exceptional academic results and remarkable consistency. In the most recent testing cycle, math proficiency rates were outstanding across all grade levels—for example, 85.3% of 3rd graders met proficiency, compared to 66.4% for the district and 48.3% statewide. Science scores were similarly strong, all above 78%. The school also excels with specific student groups, ranking 4th in the state for Hispanic students and 20th for Special Education students, showing that its teaching strategies work well for a wide range of learners. Perhaps most tellingly, Parkway’s chronic absenteeism rate is just 6.2%—less than half the district average (12.9%) and nearly a third of the state average (17.7%)—which points to a highly engaged and supportive school culture.

Compared to nearby schools, Parkway is a clear academic leader. Its state rank of 35th out of 1,219 elementary schools far surpasses River Ridge Elementary (45th), Westmont Elementary (275th), and Brookwood Elementary (244th). Even more impressive, Parkway achieves these results while spending less per student ($11,641) than many peers—Blue Ridge Elementary spends $14,192 and Brookwood spends $15,445, yet both rank significantly lower. The contrast with the nearby SAIL Charter Academy is stark: SAIL’s 3rd-grade math proficiency is just 39.7% versus Parkway’s 85.3%. While 5th-grade math (78.9%) and science (80.2%) show a slight dip from 4th-grade levels, these scores remain far above district and state averages, making Parkway a standout choice for families seeking a rigorous, well-rounded elementary education.