Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Knob Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Pine Knob Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Knob Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Knob Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1184 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
72%
64%
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
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Knob Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Knob Elementary School is ranked #1184 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine Knob Elementary School?
477 students attend Pine Knob Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pine Knob Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Knob Elementary School?
Pine Knob Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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
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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