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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
81%
15%
White
8%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District
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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