Serving 37 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 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <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:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parker Alternative School's student population of 37 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
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 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
American Indian
59%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
33%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-59%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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 77.8%.
How many students attend Parker Alternative School?
37 students attend Parker Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Parker Alternative School students are American Indian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 3% 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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