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Parkwood Heights Elementary School

1709 Lansdowne Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32211
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkwood Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 319 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Parkwood Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Parkwood Heights Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We power your student鈥檚 full potential

School Rankings

Parkwood Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkwood Heights Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2016 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
50-54%
52%
40-44%
52%
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
51%
21%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parkwood Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School is ranked #2016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Parkwood Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Parkwood Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Parkwood Heights Elementary School?
319 students attend Parkwood Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Parkwood Heights Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkwood Heights Elementary School?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkwood Heights Elementary School offer ?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkwood Heights Elementary School part of?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkwood Heights Elementary School located?
Parkwood Heights Elementary School is located in the Arlingwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Arlingwood.

School Calendar

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Weather Day - Schools Closed
November 10, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools/Admin Offices Closed
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
School Closed
December 22, 2025 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 22, 2025 (Monday)

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I love this school. All of the teachers are caring, and I love that I got a good education over there, plus nice and fun parties.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - elizabeth kyakimwa

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 319 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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