Very Good
#436 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 24% in state
Parker
Elementary School · Billerica
52 River Street, Billerica, MA 01821
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#436 of 1,793
In Billerica
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Billerica
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Parker
Elementary School in Billerica · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Parker
Parker is a public elementary school in Billerica, MA, part of Billerica. Parker serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Parker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Parker show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Parker — Students at Parker score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 62 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.1/10.
How Parker Compares
See how Parker performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
52 River Street, Billerica, MA 01821
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parker may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lt Job Lane School (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bedford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is South Row (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Chelmsford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hajjar Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Billerica, see our Billerica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Billerica Memorial High School Billerica | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Marshall Middle School Billerica | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Frederick J Dutile North Billerica | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Locke Middle Billerica | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Hajjar Elementary Billerica | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| John F Kennedy Billerica | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| NE PEDIATRIC SCHOOL North Billerica | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Lt Job Lane School Bedford | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| NASHOBA LEARNING GROUP Bedford | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas Ditson Billerica | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Dr. Janice Adie Day School Chelmsford | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Heath-Brook Tewksbury | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| John F. Ryan Tewksbury | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| South Row Chelmsford | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Bedford High Bedford | 4.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON Burlington | 4.5 mi | — |
| John Glenn Middle Bedford | 4.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,564
Median Home Value
$581,300
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
30,203
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcott Concord, MA | 7.6 |
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury, MA | 7.6 |
| Claypit Hill School Wayland, MA | 7.6 |
| DEDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Dedham, MA | 7.6 |
| Dawson Holden, MA | 7.6 |
| Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington, MA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parker
What grades does Parker serve?
Parker serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Parker?
Parker has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parker?
The student-teacher ratio at Parker is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parker rank in MA?
Parker ranks #436 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Parker's MySchoolScout rating?
Parker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parker has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Parker a charter school?
No, Parker is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parker a Title I school?
No, Parker is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (978) 528-8610
Resources & Links
District
Billerica- District Enrollment
- 4,901
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,121
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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