Serving 274 students in grades 4-7, Pine River Area Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-7
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine River Area Middle School's student population of 274 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 111% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Bucks
School Rankings
Pine River Area Middle 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 Pine River Area Middle School is 0.12, which is less 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
#1645 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bucks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine River Area Middle School's ranking?
Pine River Area Middle School is ranked #1645 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pine River Area Middle School?
274 students attend Pine River Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pine River Area Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine River Area Middle School?
Pine River Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine River Area Middle School offer ?
Pine River Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine River Area Middle School part of?
Pine River Area Middle School is part of Pine River Area Schools School District.
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