Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pentwater Public School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pentwater Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pentwater Public School's student population of 230 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pentwater Public School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pentwater Public School is 0.30, 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
#733 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pentwater Public School's ranking?
Pentwater Public School is ranked #733 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pentwater Public School often compared to?
Pentwater Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby High School, Hart High School, Spitler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pentwater Public School?
The graduation rate of Pentwater Public School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pentwater Public School?
230 students attend Pentwater Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pentwater Public School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pentwater Public School?
Pentwater Public School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pentwater Public School offer ?
Pentwater Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pentwater Public School part of?
Pentwater Public School is part of Pentwater Public School District.
School Reviews
5 11/20/2014
I have been going to this school for almost 3 years and it is just so much fun. Most people where so welcoming when i arrived at Pentwater public school. I would have to say that the teachers and most students where very nice. I have way more friends at this school than i did at my old school;)
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