Serving 334 students in grades 6-8, Parchment Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parchment Middle School's student population of 334 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parchment Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parchment Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2379 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
66%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parchment Middle School's ranking?
Parchment Middle School is ranked #2379 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Parchment Middle School?
334 students attend Parchment Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Parchment Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parchment Middle School?
Parchment Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parchment Middle School offer ?
Parchment Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parchment Middle School part of?
Parchment Middle School is part of Parchment School District.
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