Parker Alternative School serves 34 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (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
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Parker Alternative School's student population of 34 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parker Alternative School is 0.56, 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
34:1
17:1
American Indian
44%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
46%
Black
n/a
6%
White
6%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 21-39%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Parker Alternative School?
34 students attend Parker Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Parker Alternative School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parker Alternative School?
Parker Alternative School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
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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