Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sheldon Pines School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheldon Pines School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sheldon Pines School's student population of 20 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sheldon Pines 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 Sheldon Pines School is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
30%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
55%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheldon Pines School's ranking?
Sheldon Pines School is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sheldon Pines School?
20 students attend Sheldon Pines School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sheldon Pines School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheldon Pines School?
Sheldon Pines School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sheldon Pines School offer ?
Sheldon Pines School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Sheldon Pines School part of?
Sheldon Pines School is part of Ottawa Area Independent School District.
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