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Pennfield Middle School

8587 Pennfield Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 327 students in grades 6-7, Pennfield 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 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-7
  • Enrollment: 327 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Pennfield Middle School's student population of 327 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2025

School Rankings

Pennfield 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 Pennfield Middle School is 0.35, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2072 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20%
35%
38%
45%
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pennfield Middle School's ranking?
Pennfield Middle School is ranked #2072 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pennfield Middle School often compared to?
Pennfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harper Creek Middle School, Lakeview Middle School, Pennfield Dunlap Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pennfield Middle School?
327 students attend Pennfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pennfield Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pennfield Middle School?
Pennfield Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pennfield Middle School offer ?
Pennfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pennfield Middle School part of?
Pennfield Middle School is part of Pennfield Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-7
  • Enrollment: 327 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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