Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Parker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parker Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Parker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4127 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Elementary School's ranking?
Parker Elementary School is ranked #4127 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Parker Elementary School often compared to?
Parker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Center, Greathouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Parker Elementary School?
547 students attend Parker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Parker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parker Elementary School?
Parker Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parker Elementary School offer ?
Parker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Parker Elementary School part of?
Parker Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Parker Elementary School located?
Parker Elementary School is located in the Northwood neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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