Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pentwater Public 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pentwater Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pentwater Public School's student population of 226 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Pentwater Public School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pentwater Public School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#525 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
83%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
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 is Pentwater Public School's ranking?
Pentwater Public School is ranked #525 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pentwater Public School often compared to?
Pentwater Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spitler Elementary School, Shelby High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pentwater Public School?
The graduation rate of Pentwater Public School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Pentwater Public School?
226 students attend Pentwater Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pentwater Public School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pentwater Public School?
Pentwater Public School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pentwater Public School offer ?
Pentwater Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pentwater Public School part of?
Pentwater Public School is part of Pentwater Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have been going to this school for almost 3 years and it is just so much fun. Most people where so welcoming when i arrived at Pentwater public school. I would have to say that the teachers and most students where very nice. I have way more friends at this school than i did at my old school;)
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