Francis W. Parker School is a private school serving nearly 1,000 students in junior kindergarten through twelfth grade. The school features a student-to-teacher ratio of 8-to-1, with a target class size of 18. 86% of the faculty hold advanced degrees.
Curriculum is designed to encourage students to explore beyond basic coursework with a focus on learning how to learn. Francis W. Parker School also focuses on development of community both within the school and within the world at large.
This esteemed institution puts an emphasis on development and growth beyond the classroom with before and after school clubs and activities. Some of the clubs offered include topics such as movies, photography, mediation, robotics, social justice, coding and many more.
Students can participate in more than 50 sports including baseball, softball, basketball, cross country track, soccer, golf, field hockey and tennis.
Applications are generally accepted in the fall for the next school year. Most students are admitted at junior kindergarten, sixth grade and ninth grade. The process includes a parent meeting, a student visit day and student testing.
Francis W Parker School
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade Pre-K-12
330 W Webster Ave,
Chicago, IL
935
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Daniel B Frank
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1380
Average ACT Score
31
Average GPA
3.65
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$49,900
Niche Grade
A+
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C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.65
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
123
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Full Time Teachers
119
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Part Time Teachers
4
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1380
Math
680
Verbal
700
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Average ACT
31
Math
29
English
33
Reading
33
Science
31
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Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
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School Rankings
#5
Best College Prep Private High Schools in Illinois
#5
Best Private K12 Schools in Illinois
#6
Best Private HS in Illinois
Specialty School Programs
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
51 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
35 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison
33 Students
Northwestern University
31 Students
New York University
30 Students
University of Southern California
30 Students
Vanderbilt University
25 Students
University of Chicago
25 Students
Washington University in St. Louis
24 Students
Brown University
22 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
43 Students
Psychology
27 Students
Political Science and Government
27 Students
Biology
24 Students
Economics
23 Students
Computer Science
18 Students
Pre-Law Studies
17 Students
Chemistry
11 Students
Architecture
11 Students
History
11 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/29/2020
This school honestly changed my life. Up until I began going here I hadn't been exposed to all of the opportunities we have in life. It's a great communitiy and feels like home.
2/19/2019
Francis Parker is an amazing Chicago school. I attended throughout high school. They provide many opportunities for students and really prepare them for college. As a Latino, the school is not diverse even though it prides itself in it's "diversity".
1/22/2019
I came to Parker as a freshman so it was very difficult to integrate into the community but people were generally very open to new students. The only difficult thing is the fact that it is a Pre-K to 12th grade school, so students who have been there for 14+ years have known each other pretty much their whole lives and for me coming in I knew 20 other people.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/20/2026
We have two kids who have graduated from Parker. Each had a different but excellent experience. The Parker education is personalized for each student to challenge their curiosity and learning style. Both kids confidently chose colleges that were right for them and got in early decision. Parker is a...
6/15/2026
Our family is a four generation family at Francis W Parker School. My mother attended when there was only one building with the entrance on Webster. This school teaches students to be responsible citizens in life. They do not teach you just to move to the next grade. Students of course are encourage...
6/11/2026
Parker is a joyful place that aspires to do its best by all. The more you put into it, the more you get out of it. Many families feel connected the moment they walk in the doors. The faculty are committed and dedicated, but notably, so are the security staff and the people who work in the cafeteria....
6/11/2026
Parker has been an incredible experience for our family. My kids, have had an amazing experience and genuinely enjoy attending Parker. The community is fun, supportive, and engaging, making it easy for kids and parents alike to connect and thrive. What stands out most is the quality of the education...
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Map
List Price Range
$270K - $4.7M
Homes For Sale
81
Average Home Value
$1,047,563
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
67%
Average Household Income
$129,745
% of College Grads
85.7%
Median Age
34
Average House Size
4,743 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
62.3%
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- Playground
- Waterpark
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Francis W Parker School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 330 W Webster Ave in Chicago, IL. Annual tuition is $49,900. The school has a total enrollment of 935 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Francis W Parker School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.65, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1380 and an ACT score of 31. The average home value in this area is $1,047,563. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Latin School Of Chicago, French-American School of Chicago, Chicago Academy For the Arts, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Francis W Parker School.