Serving 749 students in grades 5-8, White Pines Intermediate 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 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Pines Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
White Pines Intermediate School's student population of 749 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
White Pines Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Pines Intermediate School is 0.26, 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
#381 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 White Pines Intermediate School's ranking?
White Pines Intermediate School is ranked #381 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are White Pines Intermediate School often compared to?
White Pines Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeshore Middle School, Ferry School, Peach Plains School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend White Pines Intermediate School?
749 students attend White Pines Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of White Pines Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White Pines Intermediate School?
White Pines Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does White Pines Intermediate School offer ?
White Pines Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is White Pines Intermediate School part of?
White Pines Intermediate School is part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 11/21/2020
White Pines is an amazing atmosphere full of awesome people. I have so many friends the best teachers! I am so lucky to have such a friendly environment to work in.
5 6/6/2011
This school is awesome. The teachers are nice, the students are nice. The best part is they offer many things for the child to do. Art, band, football, tennis, and so much more. This school is one of the best that i have been to and i am sad to be leaving it for high school.
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