Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Donald L Pavlik Middle 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 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Donald L. Pavlik Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Alma school district, covering approximately 102 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 11.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald L Pavlik Middle School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Donald L Pavlik Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald L Pavlik Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1875 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
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 Donald L Pavlik Middle School's ranking?
Donald L Pavlik Middle School is ranked #1875 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Donald L Pavlik Middle School?
457 students attend Donald L Pavlik Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Donald L Pavlik Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald L Pavlik Middle School?
Donald L Pavlik Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Donald L Pavlik Middle School offer ?
Donald L Pavlik Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Donald L Pavlik Middle School part of?
Donald L Pavlik Middle School is part of Alma School District.
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