Serving 74 students in grades 7-8, Parker Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parker Jr. High - 03's student population of 74 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Rankings
Parker Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Jr. High - 03 is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#285 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Hispanic
9%
9%
White
88%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Parker Jr. High - 03 is ranked #285 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Parker Jr. High - 03?
74 students attend Parker Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Parker Jr. High - 03 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parker Jr. High - 03?
Parker Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parker Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Parker Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parker Jr. High - 03 part of?
Parker Jr. High - 03 is part of Parker School District 60-4.
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