Pellston Middle/High School is a combined middle and high school in Pellston, Michigan, with a shared principal overseeing grades 6–12 in the Pellston Public Schools district.
Serving 258 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pellston Middle/High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pellston, MI, covering approximately 249 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pellston Middlehigh School's student population of 258 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1935
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to aid in the healthy development of each child's mind and body, emphasizing self-respect, positive attitudes and high self-esteem in preparation for a successful life.
School Rankings
Pellston Middlehigh 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 Pellston Middlehigh School is 0.39, 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
#2116 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 #2116 out of 3,025 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, Pellston Elementary School, Alanson Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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 81.8%.
How many students attend Pellston Middlehigh School?
258 students attend Pellston Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Pellston Middlehigh School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pellston Middlehigh School offer ?
Pellston Middlehigh School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pellston Middlehigh School part of?
Pellston Middlehigh School is part of Pellston School District.
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