Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Pullen 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pullen Elementary School's student population of 327 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pullen Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55-59%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
63%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pullen Elementary School often compared to?
Pullen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ganiard School, Vowles School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
How many students attend Pullen Elementary School?
327 students attend Pullen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Pullen Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pullen Elementary School?
Pullen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pullen Elementary School offer ?
Pullen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pullen Elementary School part of?
Pullen Elementary School is part of MT. Pleasant City School District.
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