Serving 261 students in grades 4-7, Pine River Area Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-7
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine River Area Upper Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Leroy, MI, encompassing approximately 303.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine River Area Middle School's student population of 261 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine River Area Middle 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 River Area Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1645 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bucks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine River Area Middle School's ranking?
Pine River Area Middle School is ranked #1645 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine River Area Middle School?
261 students attend Pine River Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pine River Area Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine River Area Middle School?
Pine River Area Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pine River Area Middle School offer ?
Pine River Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine River Area Middle School part of?
Pine River Area Middle School is part of Pine River Area Schools.
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