Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Parker Core Knowledge Charter School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
705 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Core Knowledge Charter School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 1779 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
26%
3%

Hispanic
9%
36%

Black
n/a
5%

White
59%
50%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Core Knowledge Charter School's ranking?
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School is ranked #4 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Parker Core Knowledge Charter School often compared to?
Parker Core Knowledge Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Academy, Challenge To Excellence Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Parker Core Knowledge Charter School?
705 students attend Parker Core Knowledge Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Parker Core Knowledge Charter School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parker Core Knowledge Charter School?
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Parker Core Knowledge Charter School offer ?
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Parker Core Knowledge Charter School part of?
Parker Core Knowledge Charter School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
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