Middle School at Parkside

School Overview
Middle School at Parkside, located in Jackson, Michigan, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Jackson Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where students in their formative middle years can transition from elementary education to the more rigorous demands of high school. By focusing on both academic excellence and social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success in an evolving global landscape.

The curriculum at Parkside is designed to be comprehensive, offering a blend of core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—alongside various elective opportunities that allow students to explore personal interests and develop new skills. Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a sense of community and school spirit, often providing extracurricular programs, athletics, and clubs that encourage student engagement and collaboration. Through its partnership with families and the local community, Middle School at Parkside strives to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to reach their full potential.
766
Total Students
48.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Middle School at Parkside
Demographic Student Count
White326
Hispanic50
Black261
Asian10
Two or More115
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    326 (42.6 %)
  • Black
    261 (34.1 %)
  • Two or More
    115 (15.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    50 (6.5 %)
  • Asian
    10 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Jackson Public Schools
Phone: (517)841-2300
Website: http://www.jpsk12.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 766
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 562
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 37
Grades Taught
Grade 6 263
Grade 7 257
Grade 8 246

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Middle School at Parkside
Grade Student Count
Grade 6263
Grade 7257
Grade 8246
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Middle School at Parkside
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33443.6%
Male43256.4%