Serving 265 students in grades 4-5, Pine Avenue 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 22% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Avenue Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Alma, MI school district, covering approximately 102 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Avenue Elementary School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pine Avenue Elementary 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 Pine Avenue Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1962 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 is Pine Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1962 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine Avenue Elementary School?
265 students attend Pine Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Pine Avenue Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Avenue Elementary School?
Pine Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pine Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Pine Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine Avenue Elementary School part of?
Pine Avenue Elementary School is part of Alma School District.
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