Excellent
#104 of 1,747 schools in OK
Top 6% in state
Parker Intermediate Ctr
Middle School · MCALESTER
Post Office Box 1027, Mcalester, OK 74502
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mcalester
#1 of 6
public schools
Oklahoma middle schools
#7 of 356
In district
#1 of 3
MCALESTER
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Parker Intermediate Ctr
Parker Intermediate Ctr is a public middle school in Mcalester, OK, part of the MCALESTER. The school serves approximately 447 students in grades 5th – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 94.1th percentile among OK schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 39% proficiency in math and 38% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.1/10). The school is situated in a remote town setting.
Score Breakdown
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Parker Intermediate Ctr — Students at Parker Intermediate Ctr score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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 Intermediate Ctr Compares
See how Parker Intermediate Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 36% (2019) to 51% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 41% (2019) to 37% (2022).
Location
Post Office Box 1027, Mcalester, OK 74502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parker Intermediate Ctr may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CROWDER HS (rated 9.0/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Crowder), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jones Academy (rated 8.2/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Hartshorne), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FRINK-CHAMBERS PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 4.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mcalester, see our Mcalester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCALESTER HS Mcalester | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| WILL ROGERS ES Mcalester | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| KREBS PUBLIC SCHOOL Krebs | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MCALESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcalester | 2.6 mi | — |
| FRINK-CHAMBERS PUBLIC SCHOOL Mcalester | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
| TANNEHILL PUBLIC SCHOOL Mcalester | 7.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SAVANNA ES Savanna | 9.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SAVANNA HS Savanna | 9.4 mi | 7.2 |
| HAILEYVILLE ES Haileyville | 11.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HAILEYVILLE HS Haileyville | 11.8 mi | 6.5 |
| HAYWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL Mcalester | 11.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CROWDER ES Crowder | 13.5 mi | 7.9 |
| CROWDER HS Crowder | 13.5 mi | 9.0 |
| HARTSHORNE HS Hartshorne | 12.7 mi | 7.9 |
| HARTSHORNE MS Hartshorne | 12.7 mi | 5.8 |
| INDIANOLA ES Indianola | 15.0 mi | 5.0 |
| INDIANOLA HS Indianola | 15.0 mi | 7.5 |
| HARTSHORNE ES Hartshorne | 12.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Jones Academy Hartshorne | 14.0 mi | 8.2 |
| PITTSBURG ES Pittsburg | 16.8 mi | 5.6 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7TH AND 8TH GRADE ACADEMIC CTR Poteau, OK | 8.5 |
| KINGSTON MS Kingston, OK | 8.8 |
| LONE GROVE MS Lone Grove, OK | 7.9 |
| CUSHING MS Cushing, OK | 7.8 |
| Kingfisher Upper Elementary Kingfisher, OK | 7.8 |
| MCLOUD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Mcloud, OK | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parker Intermediate Ctr
What grades does Parker Intermediate Ctr serve?
Parker Intermediate Ctr serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Parker Intermediate Ctr?
Parker Intermediate Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parker Intermediate Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Parker Intermediate Ctr is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parker Intermediate Ctr rank in OK?
Parker Intermediate Ctr is ranked #104 out of 1,747 schools in OK.
What is Parker Intermediate Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Parker Intermediate Ctr has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Parker Intermediate Ctr?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Parker Intermediate Ctr has 39.3% math proficiency and 38.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Parker Intermediate Ctr a charter school?
No, Parker Intermediate Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parker Intermediate Ctr a Title I school?
No, Parker Intermediate Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parker Intermediate Ctr?
74.3% of students at Parker Intermediate Ctr 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pittsburg County
- Phone
- (918) 423-4647
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MCALESTER- District Enrollment
- 2,991
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,325
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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