Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (03-04)
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
(03-04)5%
2%
Asian
(03-04)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(03-04)2%
10%
Black
(03-04)64%
7%
White
(03-04)29%
79%
Hawaiian
(03-04)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(03-04)n/a
n/a
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (03-04)
46%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Parrish Program?
61 students attend Parrish Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Parrish Program students are Black, 29% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Parrish Program offer ?
Parrish Program offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Parrish Program part of?
Parrish Program is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Parrish Program located?
Parrish Program is located in the Joslyn Castle neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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