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#1829 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 48% in state
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Donald C Parker Early Educ Center
Elementary School · Harlem UD 122
808 Harlem Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,829 of 3,813
In Machesney Park
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
Harlem UD 122
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Donald C Parker Early Educ Center
Elementary School in Machesney Park · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Machesney Elem School
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About Donald C Parker Early Educ Center
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center is a public elementary school in Machesney Park, IL, part of Harlem UD 122. Donald C Parker Early Educ Center serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Donald C Parker Early Educ Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,829 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Donald C Parker Early Educ Center 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Donald C Parker Early Educ Center Compares
See how Donald C Parker Early Educ Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
808 Harlem Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donald C Parker Early Educ Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Olson Park Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Machesney Park, see our Machesney Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Machesney Elem School Machesney Park | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Maple Elem School Loves Park | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Marquette Elem School Machesney Park | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Windsor Elem School Loves Park | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Harlem Middle School Loves Park | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| WALTER LAWSON CHILDRENS HOME Loves Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Loves Park | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Olson Park Elem School Machesney Park | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Harlem High School Machesney Park | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Rock Cut Elem School Loves Park | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Ralston Elem School Machesney Park | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| VERITAS CHRISTI HYBRID ACADEMY Rockford | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Loves Park Elem School Loves Park | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ROCKFORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL - JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Rockford | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ROCKFORD BOYLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Rockford | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN Rockford | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SPECTRUM SCHOOL Rockford | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,771
Median Home Value
$160,700
Median Rent
$1,111/mo
Population
22,424
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CICS - Wrightwood Chicago, IL | 6.3 |
| Carnegie Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.3 |
| Creekside Elementary School Plainfield, IL | 6.3 |
| East Dubuque Elem School East Dubuque, IL | 6.3 |
| Edison Park Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.3 |
| Fernway Park Elem School Orland Park, IL | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donald C Parker Early Educ Center
What grades does Donald C Parker Early Educ Center serve?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Donald C Parker Early Educ Center?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donald C Parker Early Educ Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Donald C Parker Early Educ Center is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donald C Parker Early Educ Center rank in IL?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center ranks #1,829 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Donald C Parker Early Educ Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Donald C Parker Early Educ Center a charter school?
No, Donald C Parker Early Educ Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donald C Parker Early Educ Center a Title I school?
No, Donald C Parker Early Educ Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donald C Parker Early Educ Center?
70.8% of students at Donald C Parker Early Educ Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Winnebago County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (815) 654-4559
Resources & Links
District
Harlem UD 122- District Enrollment
- 6,254
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,101
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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