Parker Educational Center serves 34 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parker Educational Center's student population of 34 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parker Educational Center is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
12%
15%
White
41%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Parker Educational Center?
34 students attend Parker Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Parker Educational Center students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parker Educational Center?
Parker Educational Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parker Educational Center offer ?
Parker Educational Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Parker Educational Center part of?
Parker Educational Center is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
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