Serving 292 students in grades 6-8, J W Parker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
J W Parker Middle School's student population of 292 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J W Parker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J W Parker Middle School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2542 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
95%
25%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J W Parker Middle School's ranking?
J W Parker Middle School is ranked #2542 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend J W Parker Middle School?
292 students attend J W Parker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of J W Parker Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J W Parker Middle School?
J W Parker Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does J W Parker Middle School offer ?
J W Parker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J W Parker Middle School part of?
J W Parker Middle School is part of Nash County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is J W Parker Middle School located?
J W Parker Middle School is located in the Hillsdale neighborhood of Rocky Mount, NC.
School Reviews
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