Serving 390 students in grades 4-5, Pine Street Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Street Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Pine Street Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Street Elementary School is 0.25, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
6%
9%

Black
n/a
18%

White
86%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 is Pine Street Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Street Elementary School is ranked #442 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine Street Elementary School?
390 students attend Pine Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pine Street Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Street Elementary School?
Pine Street Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Street Elementary School offer ?
Pine Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Street Elementary School part of?
Pine Street Elementary School is part of Wayland Union Schools School District.
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