Serving 254 students in grades 3-5, Pine River 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 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine River Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Midland, MI, covering approximately 76 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 15.7 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pine River Elementary School's student population of 254 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Pine River 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 River Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#427 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 River Elementary School's ranking?
Pine River Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pine River Elementary School often compared to?
Pine River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullock Creek Elementary School, Woodcrest Elementary School, Floyd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine River Elementary School?
254 students attend Pine River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pine River Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine River Elementary School?
Pine River Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pine River Elementary School offer ?
Pine River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine River Elementary School part of?
Pine River Elementary School is part of Bullock Creek School District.
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