Serving 738 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 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White Pines Intermediate School's student population of 738 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
320
School Rankings
White Pines Intermediate 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 White Pines Intermediate School is 0.29, 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
#332 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
84%
63%
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
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 White Pines Intermediate School's ranking?
White Pines Intermediate School is ranked #332 out of 3,025 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend White Pines Intermediate School?
738 students attend White Pines Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of White Pines Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White Pines Intermediate School?
White Pines Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is White Pines Intermediate School part of?
White Pines Intermediate School is part of Grand Haven Area 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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