Serving 924 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parker Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Parker Elementary serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest distance being about 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Parker Elementary School's student population of 924 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
924 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parker Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
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)7.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Elementary School's ranking?
Parker Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Parker Elementary School often compared to?
Parker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kolter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Parker Elementary School?
924 students attend Parker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Parker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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 Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parker Elementary School offer ?
Parker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Parker Elementary School part of?
Parker Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Parker Elementary School located?
Parker Elementary School is located in the Westbury neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Westbury.
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