Parrish Elementary School serves 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parrish Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Parrish Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Navigating today's learners through tomorrow's success
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parrish Elementary School is 0.65, 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
15:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
53%
16%
White
21%
45%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
22%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Terriers
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Parrish Elementary School often compared to?
Parrish Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Giant City Elementary School, Unity Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Parrish Elementary School?
466 students attend Parrish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Parrish Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parrish Elementary School?
Parrish Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parrish Elementary School offer ?
Parrish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Parrish Elementary School part of?
Parrish Elementary School is part of Carbondale ESD 95 School District.
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