Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parker Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parker Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parker Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
6%
12%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Elementary School's ranking?
Parker Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Parker Elementary School often compared to?
Parker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Parker Elementary School?
530 students attend Parker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Parker Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parker Elementary School?
Parker Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parker Elementary School offer ?
Parker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Parker Elementary School part of?
Parker Elementary School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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