Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parker Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Parker Elementary serves the northeast section of Elk River, MN, covering an area of approximately 24.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parker Elementary School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parker Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pumas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Elementary School's ranking?
Parker Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Parker Elementary School often compared to?
Parker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Meadowvale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Parker Elementary School?
513 students attend Parker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Parker Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parker Elementary School?
Parker Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parker Elementary School offer ?
Parker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parker Elementary School part of?
Parker Elementary School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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