Serving 447 students in grades 5-6, Parker Intermediate Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Intermediate Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Parker Intermediate Center's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Parker Intermediate Center ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Intermediate Center is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
16%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
22%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Intermediate Center's ranking?
Parker Intermediate Center is ranked #214 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Parker Intermediate Center?
447 students attend Parker Intermediate Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Parker Intermediate Center students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parker Intermediate Center?
Parker Intermediate Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Parker Intermediate Center offer ?
Parker Intermediate Center offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parker Intermediate Center part of?
Parker Intermediate Center is part of Mcalester School District.
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