Pennfield Purdy School serves 197 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Attendance Zone: Pennfield Purdy School serves the southern part of Battle Creek, MI, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pennfield Purdy School's student population of 197 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn. Grow. Lead.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pennfield Purdy School is 0.42, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 schools are Pennfield Purdy School often compared to?
Pennfield Purdy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Academy, Prairieview School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Pennfield Purdy School?
197 students attend Pennfield Purdy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pennfield Purdy School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pennfield Purdy School?
Pennfield Purdy School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pennfield Purdy School offer ?
Pennfield Purdy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pennfield Purdy School part of?
Pennfield Purdy School is part of Pennfield Schools.
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