Serving 69 students in grades 7-8, Parker Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Jr. High - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Parker Jr. High - 03's student population of 69 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Parker Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 30% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Jr. High - 03 is 0.24, 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
#131 out of 636 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Parker Jr. High - 03 is ranked #131 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Parker Jr. High - 03?
69 students attend Parker Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Parker Jr. High - 03 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parker Jr. High - 03?
Parker Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parker Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Parker Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parker Jr. High - 03 part of?
Parker Jr. High - 03 is part of Parker School District 60-4.
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