Pennfield Purdy School serves 212 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pennfield Purdy School's student population of 212 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pennfield Purdy School is 0.42, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 schools are Pennfield Purdy School often compared to?
Pennfield Purdy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Academy by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Pennfield Purdy School?
212 students attend Pennfield Purdy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pennfield Purdy School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennfield Purdy School?
Pennfield Purdy School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pennfield Purdy School offer ?
Pennfield Purdy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Pennfield Purdy School part of?
Pennfield Purdy School is part of Pennfield Schools School District.
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