CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL

CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MOUNT VERNON, NY with about 315 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cecil H. Parker School, located at 461 S. 6th Ave in Mount Vernon, New York, is a public elementary school serving students within the Mount Vernon City School District. As part of this district, the school focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic subjects, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for their transition into middle school. The school operates under the district’s broader mission to foster an inclusive learning environment that supports the diverse needs of the Mount Vernon community.

By visiting the district’s official website at [www.mtvernoncsd.org](http://www.mtvernoncsd.org), families can access information regarding the school’s curriculum, administrative leadership, and various extracurricular programs. The school typically engages in initiatives aligned with district-wide goals, such as improving student literacy, promoting STEM education, and encouraging parental involvement. As a neighborhood school, Cecil H. Parker plays a key role in the local educational landscape, striving to cultivate a supportive culture that encourages academic achievement and personal growth for all its students.

For more information, contact CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL at (914) 665-5040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.