PARKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Parkway Middle is a public middle school that is part of the La Mesa-Spring Valley school district, located in La Mesa, CA with about 838 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 34 teachers, Parkway Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Parkway Middle School, located in the Park Plaza neighborhood of La Mesa, California, is a public middle school serving students in grades 7–8 within the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District. The school is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. With a focus on preparing students for the transition to high school, the campus offers a structured curriculum that balances core subjects with elective opportunities designed to engage diverse student interests.

Beyond its academic programs, Parkway Middle School places a high value on community involvement and school spirit. The school provides various extracurricular activities, including sports, student organizations, and arts programs, which help students build leadership skills and a sense of belonging. By utilizing its location in the heart of La Mesa, the school maintains strong ties to the local community, striving to provide a safe and encouraging space where students can explore their potential and develop the foundational skills necessary for future success.

For more information, contact Parkway Middle at (619) 668-5810 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9009 Park Plaza Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91942-3400
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PARKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in La Mesa, CA with about 838 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
838
Teachers:
34.41
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 838 students

Hispanic/Latino
39.5%
White
39.3%
Two or more races
7.8%
Black or African American
7.3%
Asian
4.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
44.7%
Male
55.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.