Serving 344 students in grades 7-12, Parkers Chapel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (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
Student Attention
School Overview
Parkers Chapel High School's student population of 344 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 103% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkers Chapel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkers Chapel High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#510 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
8%
20%
White
84%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #510 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% 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 87%.
How many students attend Parkers Chapel High School?
344 students attend Parkers Chapel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Parkers Chapel High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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