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Parker Educational Center
School · WAYNESVILLE R-VI
909 US RTE. 66 W, Waynesville, MO 65583
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Parker Educational Center
Parker Educational Center is a public school in Waynesville, MO, part of the WAYNESVILLE R-VI. The school serves approximately 42 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $78,763, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 42 students, Parker Educational Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Parker Educational Center is 21:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 42 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Address
- 909 US RTE. 66 W, Waynesville, MO 65583
- Phone
- (573) 842-2350
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Parker Educational Center Compares
See how Parker Educational Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
909 US RTE. 66 W, Waynesville, MO 65583
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parker Educational Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. THAYER ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood). Another option is RICHLAND ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Richland). Additionally, MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Robert). For more schools in Waynesville, see our Waynesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| 6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| WAYNESVILLE SR. HIGH Waynesville | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| WAYNESVILLE EAST ELEM. Waynesville | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| FREEDOM ELEM. St. Robert | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood | 5.4 mi | 5.6 |
| WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 5.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey | 6.5 mi | 4.6 |
| LAQUEY R-V HIGH Laquey | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Missouri Digital Academy Laquey | 6.5 mi | — |
| THAYER ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 7.9 mi | 9.1 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker | 9.9 mi | 4.2 |
| CROCKER HIGH Crocker | 9.9 mi | 4.7 |
| SWEDEBORG ELEM. Richland | 9.0 mi | 6.5 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Richland | 9.8 mi | 8.4 |
| RICHLAND HIGH Richland | 9.8 mi | 6.9 |
| DIXON HIGH Dixon | 13.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,763
Median Home Value
$209,400
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
Population
14,462
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
33
Community Profile
The community surrounding Parker Educational Center has a median household income of $78,763. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,400, with a median rent of $1,107/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parker Educational Center
What grades does Parker Educational Center serve?
Parker Educational Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Parker Educational Center?
Parker Educational Center has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parker Educational Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Parker Educational Center is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Parker Educational Center a charter school?
No, Parker Educational Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parker Educational Center a Title I school?
No, Parker Educational Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parker Educational Center?
47.6% of students at Parker Educational 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,391/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Waynesville). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 42
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pulaski County
- Phone
- (573) 842-2350
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
WAYNESVILLE R-VI- District Enrollment
- 6,091
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,863
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