Serving 452 students in grades 3-5, Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary 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 Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1935 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
78%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School's ranking?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School is ranked #1935 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School often compared to?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School?
452 students attend Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School offer ?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School part of?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School is part of Pennfield Schools School District.
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