Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Francis W Parker ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis W Parker's student population of 308 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francis W Parker ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis W Parker is 0.50, 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
#1032 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
67%
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
5%
10%
White
22%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis W Parker's ranking?
Francis W Parker is ranked #1032 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Francis W Parker often compared to?
Francis W Parkeris often viewed alongside schools like Collicot by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Francis W Parker?
308 students attend Francis W Parker.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Francis W Parker students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis W Parker?
Francis W Parker has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Francis W Parker offer ?
Francis W Parker offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis W Parker part of?
Francis W Parker is part of Quincy School District.
In what neighborhood is Francis W Parker located?
Francis W Parker is located in the North Quincy neighborhood of Quincy, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Quincy.
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