Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Knob Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Knob Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pine Knob Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Empowering thinkers and leaders!
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Pine Knob Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Knob Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#589 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Knob Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Knob Elementary School is ranked #589 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pine Knob Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Knob Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine Knob Elementary School?
462 students attend Pine Knob Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pine Knob Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Knob Elementary School?
Pine Knob Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Knob Elementary School offer ?
Pine Knob Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Knob Elementary School part of?
Pine Knob Elementary School is part of Clarkston Community School District.
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