Serving 831 students in grades 6-8, Pinewood Middle 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 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pinewood Middle School's student population of 831 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Pinewood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinewood Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1540 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
33%
18%
White
24%
63%
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
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Pinewood Middle School's ranking?
Pinewood Middle School is ranked #1540 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pinewood Middle School often compared to?
Pinewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Middle School, Valleywood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pinewood Middle School?
831 students attend Pinewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Pinewood Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinewood Middle School?
Pinewood Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinewood Middle School offer ?
Pinewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pinewood Middle School part of?
Pinewood Middle School is part of Kentwood School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinewood Middle School located?
Pinewood Middle School is located in the Princeton Estates neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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