Parrish Elementarymiddle School in Parrish, AL serves grades PK–8 with an enrollment of 308 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is approximately equal to the state average.
Math proficiency is between 25–29%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30% but higher than the district average of 25%; math scores declined from 50–54% in 2018 to 25–29% in 2023.
Reading proficiency is between 50–54%, higher than the state average of 47% and district average of 44%, with relatively stable performance reported over recent years.
Science proficiency ranges from 40–49%, which is higher than the state average of 38% and district average of 36%, showing stable proficiency in reported years.
Enrollment increased from 195 students in 2017 to 324 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch rose from 56% in 2022 to 72% in 2023, indicating a growing student body and higher socioeconomic need in this Walker County, Alabama elementarymiddle school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parrish Elementarymiddle School's student population of 288 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Parrish Elementarymiddle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parrish Elementarymiddle School is 0.35, which is less 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
#465 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
9%
31%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tornadoes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parrish Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Parrish Elementarymiddle School is ranked #465 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Parrish Elementarymiddle School?
288 students attend Parrish Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Parrish Elementarymiddle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parrish Elementarymiddle School?
Parrish Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parrish Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Parrish Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parrish Elementarymiddle School part of?
Parrish Elementarymiddle School is part of Walker County School District.
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