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#945 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 47% in state

Parker High School

High School · Parker Unified School District (4510)

PO BOX 1090, Parker, AZ 85344

Enrollment

497

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#945 of 2,006

In Parker

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Parker Unified School District (4510)

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Parker High School

6.5/10

High School in Parker · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Parker High School

Parker High School is a public high school in Parker, AZ, part of Parker Unified School District (4510). Parker High School serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Parker High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #945 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Parker High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

62% of students at Parker High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,358
Chronic Absenteeism62%

Parker High School — Students at Parker High School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Parker High School Compares

See how Parker High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Sports
13
7 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
62.0%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics13sports offered
7 boys'·6 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 1090, Parker, AZ 85344

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parker High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Telesis Preparatory Academy (rated 7.2/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Havasu City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Parker Alternative School (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lake Havasu High School (rated 5.2/10, 24.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Havasu City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Parker, see our Parker schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Wallace Elementary School Parker 0.1 mi 7.0
Wallace Jr High School Parker 0.2 mi 4.9
Parker Alternative School Parker 0.5 mi 6.9
Blake Primary School Parker 0.7 mi 9.3
Monument Peak Big River 5.8 mi 7.8
Le Pera Elementary School Parker 16.1 mi 5.4
Havasu Preparatory Academy Phoenix 21.8 mi 8.4
Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City 22.2 mi 5.4
Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City 22.6 mi 3.9
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City 22.8 mi 5.9
Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.6 mi 7.9
Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.8 mi 6.0
WAVE-Central Campus Kingman 23.8 mi
Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City 24.1 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City 24.2 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Lake Havasu City 24.2 mi 7.5
Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City 24.4 mi 5.2
Havasuonline Lake Havasu City 24.6 mi 4.0
Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City 25.4 mi 7.7
Bouse Elementary School Bouse 23.2 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,872

Median Home Value

$173,200

Median Rent

$781/mo

Population

9,069

College Educated

15.3%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

13.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parker High School

What grades does Parker High School serve?

Parker High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Parker High School?

Parker High School has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parker High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parker High School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parker High School rank in AZ?

Parker High School ranks #945 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Parker High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parker High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Parker High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Parker High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Parker High School a charter school?

No, Parker High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Parker High School a Title I school?

No, Parker High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
La Paz County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
62.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Parker Unified School District (4510)
District Enrollment
1,721
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,358
District Rank
#4 of 6

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