Parrish Elementary School serves 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parrish Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Parrish Elementary School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Navigating today's learners through tomorrow's success
School Mascot
Terriers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parrish Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
54%
16%
White
24%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
22%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Terriers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Parrish Elementary School often compared to?
Parrish Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unity Point Elementary School, Giant City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Parrish Elementary School?
475 students attend Parrish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Parrish Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parrish Elementary School?
Parrish Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parrish Elementary School offer ?
Parrish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Parrish Elementary School part of?
Parrish Elementary School is part of Carbondale Education Service District 95.
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