Parker Alternative School

1001 S Kofa Ave
Parker, AZ 85344
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 39 students in grades 9-12, Parker Alternative School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 39 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : 40-59% (Btm 50% in AZ)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 10%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Parker Alternative School's student population of 39 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Parker Alternative School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Alternative School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#420 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
<50%
34%
<50%
40%
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
44%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
46%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
40-59%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
14%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parker Alternative School's ranking?
Parker Alternative School is ranked #420 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 77%.
How many students attend Parker Alternative School?
39 students attend Parker Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Parker Alternative School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Parker Alternative School offer ?
Parker Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parker Alternative School part of?
Parker Alternative School is part of Parker Unified School District (4510).

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 39 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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