Serving 238 students in grades 6-12, Pellston Middlehigh School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pellston Middlehigh School's student population of 238 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pellston Middlehigh School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pellston Middlehigh School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1843 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
78%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pellston Middlehigh School's ranking?
Pellston Middlehigh School is ranked #1843 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pellston Middlehigh School often compared to?
Pellston Middlehigh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harbor Springs High School, Alanson Public School, Pellston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pellston Middlehigh School?
The graduation rate of Pellston Middlehigh School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Pellston Middlehigh School?
238 students attend Pellston Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pellston Middlehigh School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pellston Middlehigh School?
Pellston Middlehigh School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pellston Middlehigh School offer ?
Pellston Middlehigh School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pellston Middlehigh School part of?
Pellston Middlehigh School is part of Pellston Public Schools School District.
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