Serving 412 students in grades 8-12, Parchment High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parchment High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Parchment High School's student population of 412 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Connect, Challenge, and Inspire Every Child to Reach Their Full Potential
School Rankings
Parchment High 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 High School is 0.54, 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
#1153 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parchment High School's ranking?
Parchment High School is ranked #1153 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Parchment High School often compared to?
Parchment High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalamazoo Central High School, Portage Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parchment High School?
The graduation rate of Parchment High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Parchment High School?
412 students attend Parchment High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Parchment High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parchment High School?
Parchment High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Parchment High School offer ?
Parchment High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parchment High School part of?
Parchment High School is part of Parchment School District.
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