Donald C Parker Early Educ Center serves 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Donald C Parker Early Educ Center encompasses the entire school district in Machesney Park, IL, covering approximately 21.8 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 5.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
571 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Donald C Parker Early Educ Center is 0.58, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Donald C Parker Early Educ Center often compared to?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Caledonia Elementary School, Durand Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Donald C Parker Early Educ Center?
571 students attend Donald C Parker Early Educ Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Donald C Parker Early Educ Center students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald C Parker Early Educ Center?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Donald C Parker Early Educ Center offer ?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Donald C Parker Early Educ Center part of?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center is part of Harlem Ud 122 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am so glad that my child has a different principal than my niece had a couple of years ago. It makes all the difference when someone in charge actually CARES about the kids and makes you feel welcome.
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