For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,811 students in Parma, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Parma, MI are Parma Elementary School, Western Middle School and Western High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Parma, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Parma have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Parma, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parma Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
385 Elizabeth St
Parma, MI 49269
(517) 841-8670
Parma, MI 49269
(517) 841-8670
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Western Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 S Dearing Rd
Parma, MI 49269
(517) 841-8370
Parma, MI 49269
(517) 841-8370
Gr: 6-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Western High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 S Dearing Rd
Parma, MI 49269
(517) 841-8270
Parma, MI 49269
(517) 841-8270
Gr: 9-12 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Parma, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Parma, MI include Parma Elementary School, Western Middle School and Western High School.
How many public schools are located in Parma?
3 public schools are located in Parma.
What is the racial composition of students in Parma?
Parma public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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