Pellston Middle School serves 185 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
185 students

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1

American Indian
16%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
n/a
9%

Black
n/a
18%

White
84%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pellston Middle School?
185 students attend Pellston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pellston Middle School students are White, and 16% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pellston Middle School?
Pellston Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pellston Middle School offer ?
Pellston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pellston Middle School part of?
Pellston Middle School is part of Pellston Public Schools School District.
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