Serving 120 students in grades 6-12, Parchment Innovation Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parchment Innovation Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Parchment Innovation Center's student population of 120 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parchment Innovation Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parchment Innovation Center is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parchment Innovation Center's ranking?
Parchment Innovation Center is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parchment Innovation Center?
The graduation rate of Parchment Innovation Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Parchment Innovation Center?
120 students attend Parchment Innovation Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Parchment Innovation Center students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parchment Innovation Center?
Parchment Innovation Center has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parchment Innovation Center offer ?
Parchment Innovation Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parchment Innovation Center part of?
Parchment Innovation Center is part of Parchment School District.
In what neighborhood is Parchment Innovation Center located?
Parchment Innovation Center is located in the Burke Acres neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Burke Acres.
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