Parkers Chapel High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school serving more than 300 students in grades 7 through 12 in the community of Parkers Chapel, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Parkers Chapel Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkers Chapel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkers Chapel Elementary School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkers Chapel Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkers Chapel Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#75 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
9%
19%
White
82%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkers Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Parkers Chapel Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Parkers Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Parkers Chapel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Junction City Elementary School, Hugh Goodwin Elementary School, Norphlet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Parkers Chapel Elementary School?
491 students attend Parkers Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Parkers Chapel Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkers Chapel Elementary School?
Parkers Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkers Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Parkers Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkers Chapel Elementary School part of?
Parkers Chapel Elementary School is part of Parkers Chapel School District.
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