Serving 359 students in grades 7-12, Parkers Chapel High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkers Chapel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Parkers Chapel High School's student population of 359 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkers Chapel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkers Chapel High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#275 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
11%
19%
White
83%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkers Chapel High School's ranking?
Parkers Chapel High School is ranked #275 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Parkers Chapel High School often compared to?
Parkers Chapel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Dorado High School, Junction City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkers Chapel High School?
The graduation rate of Parkers Chapel High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Parkers Chapel High School?
359 students attend Parkers Chapel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Parkers Chapel High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkers Chapel High School?
Parkers Chapel High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkers Chapel High School offer ?
Parkers Chapel High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkers Chapel High School part of?
Parkers Chapel High School is part of Parkers Chapel School District.
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