Parkwood Middle
879 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Parkwood Middle School, located in Monroe, North Carolina, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Union County Public Schools district. Situated in a rural-suburban setting, the school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth. The school curriculum emphasizes core subjects—math, science, social studies, and English language arts—while offering a variety of elective courses and extracurricular programs, such as athletics, music, and art, designed to engage students in well-rounded learning experiences.
The school is deeply integrated into the local Parkwood community and places a significant focus on preparing its students for success as they transition into high school. With an emphasis on character development and a supportive learning environment, Parkwood Middle utilizes local and district resources to help students navigate the challenges of middle school. Families and community members often participate in school events, reflecting the school’s goal of maintaining an open, collaborative partnership between parents, educators, and the student body.
The school is deeply integrated into the local Parkwood community and places a significant focus on preparing its students for success as they transition into high school. With an emphasis on character development and a supportive learning environment, Parkwood Middle utilizes local and district resources to help students navigate the challenges of middle school. Families and community members often participate in school events, reflecting the school’s goal of maintaining an open, collaborative partnership between parents, educators, and the student body.
879
Total Students
43.7
Full-Time Teachers
20.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 551 |
| Hispanic | 171 |
| Black | 94 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More | 54 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White551 (62.7%)
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Hispanic171 (19.5%)
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Black94 (10.7%)
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Two or More54 (6.1%)
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Asian8 (0.9%)
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American Indian1 (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: | Union County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (704)296-0655 |
| Website: | http://pwms.ucps.k12.nc.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 879 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 43.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 396 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 19 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
295
Grade 7
296
Grade 8
288
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 295 |
| Grade 7 | 296 |
| Grade 8 | 288 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 423 | 48.1% |
| Male | 456 | 51.9% |
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