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Cecil H Parker School
Elementary School · MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT
461 S 6TH AVE, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,545 of 4,742
In Mount Vernon
#17 of 17
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Cecil H Parker School
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About Cecil H Parker School
Cecil H Parker School is a public elementary school in Mount Vernon, NY, part of MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cecil H Parker School serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cecil H Parker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,545 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cecil H Parker School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Cecil H Parker 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
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Cecil H Parker School — Students at Cecil H Parker School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.2/10.
How Cecil H Parker School Compares
See how Cecil H Parker School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
461 S 6TH AVE, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cecil H Parker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 68 (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 68 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| WAKE-EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| GRIMES SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 87 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| BAYCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ONE WORLD MIDDLE SCHOOL AT EDENWALD Bronx | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| BRONX ALLIANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| GRAHAM SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| INTELLECTUS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Mt. Vernon | 1.1 mi | — |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 723 Bronx | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,903
Median Home Value
$482,600
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
40,072
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 3.4 |
| CALVIN COOLIDGE SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.4 |
| EAST SYRACUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse, NY | 3.4 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 3.4 |
| GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gilbertsville, NY | 3.4 |
| PS 91 Bronx, NY | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cecil H Parker School
What grades does Cecil H Parker School serve?
Cecil H Parker School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Cecil H Parker School?
Cecil H Parker School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cecil H Parker School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cecil H Parker School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cecil H Parker School rank in NY?
Cecil H Parker School ranks #4,545 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cecil H Parker School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cecil H Parker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Cecil H Parker School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cecil H Parker School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cecil H Parker School a charter school?
No, Cecil H Parker School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cecil H Parker School a Title I school?
No, Cecil H Parker School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cecil H Parker School?
63.6% of students at Cecil H Parker School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (914) 665-5040
Resources & Links
District
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,813
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,486
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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