Summary:
The Glendale-River Hills School District has one elementary school, Parkway Elementary, which serves grades PK-3 with a total enrollment of 475 students. While Parkway Elementary is the sole elementary school in the district, its performance has shown some concerning trends in recent years.
Parkway Elementary's statewide school rank has declined, going from 109th out of 632 Wisconsin elementary schools in 2004-2005 to 261st out of 689 in 2006-2007, and finally to a 2-star rating (out of 5) in the most recent year. The school's academic performance on the Forward Exam has also been mixed, with 3rd-grade proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics fluctuating above and below both the district and state averages. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students.
On a positive note, Parkway Elementary has a low student-teacher ratio of 11.5, suggesting smaller class sizes that can be beneficial for student learning. However, the school's higher per-student spending compared to the state average does not appear to be translating into consistently strong academic outcomes. District and school leaders may need to closely examine the allocation of resources and the specific factors contributing to the school's performance in order to address these challenges and ensure that all students in the Glendale-River Hills School District receive a high-quality education.
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