Serving 273 students in grades 6-8, Pinconning Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pinconning Middle School's student population of 273 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pinconning Middle 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 Pinconning Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1818 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinconning Middle School's ranking?
Pinconning Middle School is ranked #1818 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pinconning Middle School often compared to?
Pinconning Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cramer Junior High School, Christa Mcauliffe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pinconning Middle School?
273 students attend Pinconning Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pinconning Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinconning Middle School?
Pinconning Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinconning Middle School offer ?
Pinconning Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pinconning Middle School part of?
Pinconning Middle School is part of Pinconning Area Schools School District.
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