Parksley Middle School serves 454 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 68% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
55%
22%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Parksley Middle School?
454 students attend Parksley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Parksley Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Parksley Middle School offer ?
Parksley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Parksley Middle School part of?
Parksley Middle School is part of Accomack County Public Schools School District.
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