Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Parrish Elementarymiddle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parrish Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Parrish Elementarymiddle School's student population of 308 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parrish Elementarymiddle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parrish Elementarymiddle School is 0.32, 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
#505 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
8%
32%
White
82%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parrish Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Parrish Elementarymiddle School is ranked #505 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Parrish Elementarymiddle School?
308 students attend Parrish Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Parrish Elementarymiddle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parrish Elementarymiddle School?
Parrish Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parrish Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Parrish Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Parrish Elementarymiddle School part of?
Parrish Elementarymiddle School is part of Walker County School District.
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