Serving 879 students in grades 6-8, Parkwood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkwood Middle serves the southwest part of Monroe, NC, covering an area of approximately 151.6 square miles. Most families live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of about 6.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 10.8 miles at its farthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkwood Middle School's student population of 879 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
879 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Parkwood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkwood Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1300 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
63%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkwood Middle School's ranking?
Parkwood Middle School is ranked #1300 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Parkwood Middle School often compared to?
Parkwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Middle School, Cuthbertson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Parkwood Middle School?
879 students attend Parkwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Parkwood Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkwood Middle School?
Parkwood Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Parkwood Middle School offer ?
Parkwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkwood Middle School part of?
Parkwood Middle School is part of Union County School District.
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