Donald C Parker Early Educ Center serves 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Donald C Parker Early Educ Center is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
61%
45%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Donald C Parker Early Educ Center often compared to?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Caledonia Elementary School, Durand Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Donald C Parker Early Educ Center?
571 students attend Donald C Parker Early Educ Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Donald C Parker Early Educ Center students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald C Parker Early Educ Center?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Donald C Parker Early Educ Center offer ?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Donald C Parker Early Educ Center part of?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center is part of Harlem Ud 122 School District.
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