Terry Parker High School is a public high school in the Duval County Public School district, located in Jacksonville, Florida. The school celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2005. The school has been named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
Serving 1,539 students in grades 9-12, Terry Parker High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Terry Parker High School serves the eastern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 18.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school's edges and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terry Parker High School's student population of 1,539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,539 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
We turn college dreams into reality
School Rankings
Terry Parker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terry Parker High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3448 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
School Mascot
Brave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terry Parker High School's ranking?
Terry Parker High School is ranked #3448 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Terry Parker High School often compared to?
Terry Parker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandalwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terry Parker High School?
The graduation rate of Terry Parker High School is 85%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Terry Parker High School?
1,539 students attend Terry Parker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Terry Parker High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terry Parker High School?
Terry Parker High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Terry Parker High School offer ?
Terry Parker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terry Parker High School part of?
Terry Parker High School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Terry Parker High School located?
Terry Parker High School is located in the Arlingwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Arlingwood.
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