Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Parker Middle 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 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parker Middle School's student population of 751 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Parker Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1077 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)36%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Middle School's ranking?
Parker Middle School is ranked #1077 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Parker Middle School often compared to?
Parker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlander Way Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Parker Middle School?
751 students attend Parker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Parker Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parker Middle School?
Parker Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parker Middle School offer ?
Parker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parker Middle School part of?
Parker Middle School is part of Howell School District.
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