Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Parker Road Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- Attendance Zone: Parker Road Elementary serves the northern part of Florissant, MO, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parker Road Elementary School's student population of 401 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parker Road Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
81%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
8%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Parker Road Elementary School often compared to?
Parker Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bierbaum Elementary School, Beasley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MO state average).
How many students attend Parker Road Elementary School?
401 students attend Parker Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Parker Road Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parker Road Elementary School?
Parker Road Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parker Road Elementary School offer ?
Parker Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parker Road Elementary School part of?
Parker Road Elementary School is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
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