Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pine Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pine Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
A Magnet School for the Fine & Performing Arts
School Rankings
Pine Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1463 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
36%
13%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Elementary School is ranked #1463 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Pine Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Elementary School, Marsh Elementary School, Lake Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pine Elementary School?
397 students attend Pine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pine Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Elementary School?
Pine Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pine Elementary School offer ?
Pine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Elementary School part of?
Pine Elementary School is part of Michigan City Area Schools School District.
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