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.
750
Total Students
50.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Middle School at Parkside
Demographic Student Count
White291
Hispanic68
Black239
Asian14
Two or More132
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    291 (38.8%)
  • Black
    239 (31.9%)
  • Two or More
    132 (17.6%)
  • Hispanic
    68 (9.1%)
  • Asian
    14 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.7%)
  • 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: 750
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 562
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 37
Grades Taught
Grade 6 264
Grade 7 238
Grade 8 248

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Middle School at Parkside
Grade Student Count
Grade 6264
Grade 7238
Grade 8248
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Middle School at Parkside
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35447.2%
Male39652.8%