Serving 1,353 students in grades 9-12, Terry Parker High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terry Parker High School's student population of 1,353 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Terry Parker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terry Parker High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3524 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
56%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terry Parker High School's ranking?
Terry Parker High School is ranked #3524 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Terry Parker High School often compared to?
Terry Parker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandalwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terry Parker High School?
The graduation rate of Terry Parker High School is 78%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Terry Parker High School?
1,353 students attend Terry Parker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Terry Parker High School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terry Parker High School?
Terry Parker High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Terry Parker High School offer ?
Terry Parker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Terry Parker High School part of?
Terry Parker High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Terry Parker High School located?
Terry Parker High School is located in the Arlingwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Arlingwood.
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