Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Knob Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Knob Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pine Knob Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Knob Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Knob Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#760 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
75%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Knob Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Knob Elementary School is ranked #760 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pine Knob Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Knob Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine Knob Elementary School?
471 students attend Pine Knob Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pine Knob Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Knob Elementary School?
Pine Knob Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Knob Elementary School offer ?
Pine Knob Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pine Knob Elementary School part of?
Pine Knob Elementary School is part of Clarkston Community School District.
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