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 359 students in grades 7-12, Parkers Chapel High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkers Chapel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Parkers Chapel High School's student population of 359 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkers Chapel High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkers Chapel High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#332 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
11%
19%
White
82%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Troy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkers Chapel High School's ranking?
Parkers Chapel High School is ranked #332 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Parkers Chapel High School often compared to?
Parkers Chapel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Dorado High School, Junction City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkers Chapel High School?
The graduation rate of Parkers Chapel High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Parkers Chapel High School?
359 students attend Parkers Chapel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Parkers Chapel High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkers Chapel High School?
Parkers Chapel High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkers Chapel High School offer ?
Parkers Chapel High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkers Chapel High School part of?
Parkers Chapel High School is part of Parkers Chapel School District.
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