Serving 1,352 students in grades 6-8, Parkside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parks Middle serves the eastern part of Manassas, VA, covering an area of approximately 23.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkside Middle School's student population of 1,352 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,352 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1315 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Middle School's ranking?
Parkside Middle School is ranked #1315 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Parkside Middle School often compared to?
Parkside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace E. Metz Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Parkside Middle School?
1,352 students attend Parkside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Parkside Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside Middle School?
Parkside Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkside Middle School offer ?
Parkside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkside Middle School part of?
Parkside Middle School is part of Prince William County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
As a military member my kids have been in several schools across the country. This is by far the worst one they have attended. The teachers and coaches regularly practice a retaliation policy if parents or students rock the boat and the administration is very hostile to parental involvement in extracurricular activities. It is a sad school that retaliates against a student for the parent discussing proper adult supervision (an adult in the room during practices) when that lack of supervision is brought to the administration. DO NOT SEND YOUR KIDS TO THIS SCHOOL
1 10/10/2025
I find that I agree with this first review in its entirety --- and this is 2016-2017. I have a child at Parkside. My child has now been there two years. Grades have dropped drastically and there is bullying to deal with in the school and on the bus. I feel that I have to look into other resources to get this resolved. And at this stage, I am just glad that this is his last year in this school.
5 10/10/2025
I find that the previous two comments are out of date. The new administration have an open door policy, and listen to all parents concerns. It is important as a parent to communicate with the school and to let them know when there are concerns. The variety of experiences my 6th grader is receiving are more than I could have expected and the teachers are amazing. They are responsive and caring. It is clear that this school is working hard to provide their students with a great education. Keep up the good work!
1 10/10/2025
My child was horribly bullied in this school. The teacher and assistant principal knew this child was bullied, yet nothing and mean NOTHING was done to reprimand this child. The only thing they offered was to move my child from his favorite teachers' room to separate the children. Looks to me that the innocent child was the one being punished!
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