Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Pattengill School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pattengill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pattengill School's student population of 600 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pattengill School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pattengill School is 0.76, which is more 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
#2728 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
26%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pattengill School's ranking?
Pattengill School is ranked #2728 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pattengill School often compared to?
Pattengill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Hope School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pattengill School?
600 students attend Pattengill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Pattengill School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pattengill School?
Pattengill School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pattengill School offer ?
Pattengill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7
What school district is Pattengill School part of?
Pattengill School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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