At a glance
Reported students
1,352
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
92.33
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia middle enrollment
94th percentile
Compared with 340 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
738
Parkside Middle: 1,352 reported students.
State peer staffing position
76th percentile
14.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,441
- Teachers (FTE)
- 116.3
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.4:1
What the reported data says about Parkside Middle
Parkside Middle is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Manassas. It is one of 98 current school records connected to Prince William County Public Schools. NCES reports 1,352 students for 2024–25.
Among 340 middle schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 737.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 94th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.6:1, above the Virginia median of 13.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (56.4%) and White (23.4%). English learners represent 46.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Parkside Middle
- 1How do the reported 14.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 92.33 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 46.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 69.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.6
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White23.4%
- Hispanic56.4%
- Black8.4%
- Asian7.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial4.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Prince William County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Louise A. Benton Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,339 reported students
Gainesville Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,403 reported students
Ronald Wilson Reagan Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,436 reported students
Potomac Shores Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,229 reported students
Lake Ridge Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,487 reported students
Rippon Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,200 reported students
Public schools near Parkside Middle
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manassas Park Middle Middle · Manassas Park City Public Schools | 06–08 | 753 | 1 mi |
| Mayfield Intermediate Middle · Manassas City Public Schools | 05–06 | 839 | 1.3 mi |
| Baldwin Intermediate Middle · Manassas City Public Schools | 05–06 | 260 | 1.6 mi |
| Grace E. Metz Middle Middle · Manassas City Public Schools | 07–08 | 1,111 | 1.9 mi |
| Unity Braxton Middle Middle · Prince William County Public Schools | 06–08 | 1,055 | 2.6 mi |
| Liberty Middle Middle · Fairfax County Public Schools | 07–08 | 913 | 3.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Parkside Middle
What grades does Parkside Middle serve?
Parkside Middle reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Prince William County Public Schools.
How many students attend Parkside Middle?
Parkside Middle reported 1,352 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 94th percentile among 340 Virginia middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,441 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Parkside Middle?
The calculated ratio is 14.6:1, based on 1,352 students and 92.33 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Parkside Middle a public, charter, or magnet school?
Parkside Middle is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Parkside Middle students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
69.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Parkside Middle in?
Parkside Middle is part of Prince William County Public Schools, based in Manassas, VA, which operates 98 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Parkside Middle?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Manassas Park Middle (1 mi), Mayfield Intermediate (1.3 mi), Baldwin Intermediate (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.