Serving 360 students in grades 6-8, North Parkway Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Parkway Middle School serves the northern part of Jackson, TN, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Parkway Middle School's student population of 360 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
20 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
North Parkway Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Parkway Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1593 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
80%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Parkway Middle School's ranking?
North Parkway Middle School is ranked #1593 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend North Parkway Middle School?
360 students attend North Parkway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of North Parkway Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What grades does North Parkway Middle School offer ?
North Parkway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Parkway Middle School part of?
North Parkway Middle School is part of Madison County School District.
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