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#1464 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 46% in state

Parcells Middle School

Middle School · Grosse Pointe Public Schools

20600 MACK AVE, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Enrollment

669

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,464 of 3,192

In Grosse Pointe Woods

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#10 of 12

Grosse Pointe Public Schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Parcells Middle School

6.5/10

Middle School in Grosse Pointe Woods · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.1/10

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About Parcells Middle School

Parcells Middle School is a public middle school in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, part of Grosse Pointe Public Schools. Parcells Middle School serves approximately 669 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Parcells Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,464 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Parcells Middle School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Parcells Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,020
Chronic Absenteeism30.9%

Parcells Middle School — Students at Parcells Middle School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
31.8% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.0% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 36 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
40.7%
ELA
48.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Parcells Middle School Compares

See how Parcells Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in MI
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.9%

Location

20600 MACK AVE, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parcells Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Brownell Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Farms), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Lake Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Saint Clair Shores), a more accessible option. Additionally, Harper Woods Middle School (rated 2.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Harper Woods), a more accessible option. For more schools in Grosse Pointe Woods, see our Grosse Pointe Woods schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Stevens T Mason Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 0.2 mi 4.1
ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Clair Shores 0.7 mi 6.0
John Monteith Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.2 mi 6.2
Elmwood Elementary School Saint Clair Shores 1.1 mi 3.9
South Lake Middle School Saint Clair Shores 1.2 mi 3.4
Grosse Pointe North High School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.0 mi 8.5
Tyrone Elementary School Harper Woods 1.2 mi 2.2
Harper Woods Middle School Harper Woods 1.1 mi 2.6
Avalon Elementary School Saint Clair Shores 1.3 mi 4.3
Ferry Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.1 mi 7.6
South Lake High School Saint Clair Shores 1.6 mi 5.9
Discovery Creative Pathways Harper Woods Harper Woods 1.4 mi 6.0
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA ELEMENTARY Grosse Pointe Woods 1.6 mi 3.9
Marquette ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.8 mi 6.3
Harper Academy Harper Woods 1.4 mi 6.1
Harper Woods High School Harper Woods 1.5 mi 5.2
Beacon Elementary School Harper Woods 1.7 mi 3.6
Kerby Elementary School Grosse Pointe Farms 2.3 mi 7.6
Brownell Middle School Grosse Pointe Farms 2.3 mi 8.0
Chandler Park Academy High School Harper Woods 1.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,776

Median Home Value

$353,000

Median Rent

$1,588/mo

Population

31,383

College Educated

67.5%

Homeownership

91.3%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parcells Middle School

What grades does Parcells Middle School serve?

Parcells Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Parcells Middle School?

Parcells Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 669 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parcells Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parcells Middle School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parcells Middle School rank in MI?

Parcells Middle School ranks #1,464 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Parcells Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parcells Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Parcells Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Parcells Middle School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Parcells Middle School a charter school?

No, Parcells Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Parcells Middle School a Title I school?

No, Parcells Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parcells Middle School?

30.6% of students at Parcells Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.9%

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