The Parnall Correctional Facility is a state prison for men located in Jackson, Jackson County, Michigan, owned and operated by the Michigan Department of Corrections. The facility's buildings were first opened in 1926.
Parnall Correctional Facility serves 7 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parnall Correctional Facility's student population of 7 students has grown by 250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parnall Correctional Facility is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Parnall Correctional Facility?
7 students attend Parnall Correctional Facility.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Parnall Correctional Facility students are Black, 43% of students are White, and 14% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Parnall Correctional Facility offer ?
Parnall Correctional Facility offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parnall Correctional Facility part of?
Parnall Correctional Facility is part of Michigan Department Of Corrections School District.
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