Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Parker ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parker School serves the southwest area of Billerica, MA, covering approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parker's student population of 446 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parker ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#836 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker's ranking?
Parker is ranked #836 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Parker often compared to?
Parkeris often viewed alongside schools like Frederick J Dutile by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Parker?
446 students attend Parker.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Parker students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parker?
Parker has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parker offer ?
Parker offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parker part of?
Parker is part of Billerica School District.
School Reviews
Review Parker. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.
