Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pine Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Ridge Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Pine Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Ridge Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#76 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
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
7%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Ridge Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pine Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Brook Elementary School, Ridge Park Charter Academy, Collins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine Ridge Elementary School?
475 students attend Pine Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pine Ridge Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Ridge Elementary School?
Pine Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Pine Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine Ridge Elementary School part of?
Pine Ridge Elementary School is part of Forest Hills School District.
In what neighborhood is Pine Ridge Elementary School located?
Pine Ridge Elementary School is located in the Reeds Lake neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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