Parry Middle School serves 291 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
98%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (04-05)
96%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Parry Middle School?
291 students attend Parry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Parry Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Parry Middle School offer ?
Parry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Parry Middle School part of?
Parry Middle School is part of Chester-Upland School District.
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