Serving 273 students in grades 3-4, Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn. Grow. Lead.
School Rankings
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#2138 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School's ranking?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School is ranked #2138 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School often compared to?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School?
273 students attend Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School offer ?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School part of?
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School is part of Pennfield Schools.
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