Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aaron Parker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aaron Parker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Aaron Parker Elementary School's student population of 246 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aaron Parker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aaron Parker Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Hispanic
10%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
68%
24%
Two or more races
16%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aaron Parker Elementary School's ranking?
Aaron Parker Elementary School is ranked #3708 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Aaron Parker Elementary School often compared to?
Aaron Parker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chisum Elementary School, Aikin Elementary School, W L Higgins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Aaron Parker Elementary School?
246 students attend Aaron Parker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Aaron Parker Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aaron Parker Elementary School?
Aaron Parker Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aaron Parker Elementary School offer ?
Aaron Parker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Aaron Parker Elementary School part of?
Aaron Parker Elementary School is part of North Lamar Independent School District.
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