Pattengill Middle School serves 744 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 12% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 41% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 72% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
744 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)12%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)41%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% MI state average).
How many students attend Pattengill Middle School?
744 students attend Pattengill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pattengill Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pattengill Middle School?
Pattengill Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pattengill Middle School offer ?
Pattengill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pattengill Middle School part of?
Pattengill Middle School is part of Lansing Public School District.
Recent Articles
The 15 Biggest Failures of the American Public Education System
The world is in a constant state of change and those who fail to adjust fall behind. Unfortunately, the American public education system has not kept up with the times and is currently facing a number of serious problems. Keep reading to learn about the biggest failures affecting the modern U.S. public education system as well as some of the trends that could spark change.
Florida Governor Calls for More Funding for State鈥檚 Public School System
Florida Governor Rick Scott has introduced a state budget for next year that pumps one billion more dollars into the public school system. We鈥檒l look at his reasons for the increase and the responses to the proposal.
Can Your Child鈥檚 School Meet the National Standards?
The article discusses the challenges public schools face in meeting national educational standards. It examines current performance trends, identifies key issues affecting student achievement, and explores potential solutions for improving academic outcomes across U.S. public schools.
