Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Parchment Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parchment Central Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kalamazoo, MI, covering approximately 14.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parchment Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Parchment Central Elementary School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Parchment Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parchment Central Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1124 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
66%
63%
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parchment Central Elementary School's ranking?
Parchment Central Elementary School is ranked #1124 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Parchment Central Elementary School?
289 students attend Parchment Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Parchment Central Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parchment Central Elementary School?
Parchment Central Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Parchment Central Elementary School offer ?
Parchment Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parchment Central Elementary School part of?
Parchment Central Elementary School is part of Parchment School District.
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