Parker High School ranked #1246 in Alabama in 2023, reflecting a decline from #654 in 2010 and remaining within the bottom 50% state ranking over recent years.
Math proficiency stood at 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged 6–9%, also lower than the state average, and science proficiency was 5%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment grew from 626 students in 2019 to 854 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 99% and 84% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a substantial rise in economic disadvantage over the past decade.
The school serves grades 9–12 with 854 students and 41 teachers in 2023, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 21:1.
The graduation rate was 66% in 2023, considerably lower than the Alabama state average of 88% and Birmingham district rate of 79%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Parker High School's student population of 854 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1900
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1246 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
82%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
66%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker High School's ranking?
Parker High School is ranked #1246 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parker High School?
The graduation rate of Parker High School is 66%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Parker High School?
854 students attend Parker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Parker High School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parker High School?
Parker High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parker High School offer ?
Parker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parker High School part of?
Parker High School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Parker High School located?
Parker High School is located in the Smithfield neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Smithfield.
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