PARCHMENT HIGH SCHOOL

Parchment High School is a public high school that is part of the Parchment School District school district, located in KALAMAZOO, MI with about 461 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Parchment High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Parchment High School, located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serves as the centerpiece of the Parchment School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes both rigorous core curricula and diverse extracurricular opportunities. By focusing on student-centered learning, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education, vocational training, or the workforce, maintaining a strong connection to the local community values inherent in the Parchment area.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Parchment High School places a significant focus on holistic development through athletics, arts, and various student organizations. The school utilizes its website, www.parchmentschools.org, as a vital resource for students, parents, and community members to stay updated on district news, academic calendars, and school policies. Through its mission to inspire excellence, the school strives to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Parchment High School at (269) 488-1100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1916 EAST G AVE
KALAMAZOO, MI 49004-1705
Advertisement

PARCHMENT HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in KALAMAZOO, MI with about 461 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
461
Teachers:
19.56
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

Advertisement

School Demographics for 461 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PARCHMENT HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.

White
72.0%
Black or African American
9.3%
Two or more races
9.1%
Hispanic/Latino
7.8%
Asian
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
47.1%
Male
52.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.