Serving 141 students in grades 9-12, Parker High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parker High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Parker, SD, encompassing approximately 137.9 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles from the school to its edge and a maximum distance of 15.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Parker High School - 01's student population of 141 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
141 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1911
School Motto
Igniting Minds for the Future
School Rankings
Parker High School - 01 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker High School - 01 is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#461 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker High School - 01's ranking?
Parker High School - 01 is ranked #461 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parker High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Parker High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Parker High School - 01?
141 students attend Parker High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Parker High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parker High School - 01?
Parker High School - 01 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parker High School - 01 offer ?
Parker High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parker High School - 01 part of?
Parker High School - 01 is part of Parker School District 60-4.
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