Serving 42 students in grades 9-12, Parker Alternative School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Parker Alternative School's student population of 42 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parker Alternative School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
40%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parker Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Parker Alternative School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Parker Alternative School?
42 students attend Parker Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Parker Alternative School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Parker Alternative School offer ?
Parker Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parker Alternative School part of?
Parker Alternative School is part of Parker Unified School District (4510).
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