Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Parchment Northwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parchment Northwood Elementary School's attendance zone serves the entire school district in Kalamazoo, MI, covering approximately 14.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parchment Northwood Elementary School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parchment Northwood 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 Northwood Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1491 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parchment Northwood Elementary School's ranking?
Parchment Northwood Elementary School is ranked #1491 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Parchment Northwood Elementary School?
178 students attend Parchment Northwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Parchment Northwood Elementary School students are White, 15% 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 Northwood Elementary School?
Parchment Northwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Parchment Northwood Elementary School offer ?
Parchment Northwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parchment Northwood Elementary School part of?
Parchment Northwood Elementary School is part of Parchment School District.
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