Serving 882 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parsons Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Parsons Elementary School serves the northwest part of Suwanee, GA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parsons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parsons Elementary School's student population of 882 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
882 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parsons Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parsons Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
50%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parsons Elementary School's ranking?
Parsons Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Parsons Elementary School often compared to?
Parsons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burnette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Parsons Elementary School?
882 students attend Parsons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Parsons Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parsons Elementary School?
Parsons Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parsons Elementary School offer ?
Parsons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parsons Elementary School part of?
Parsons Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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