Serving 963 students in grades 6-8, White Pine 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 50% 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: 963 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Pine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
White Pine Middle School's student population of 963 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
963 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
White Pine 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 White Pine Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1756 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
21%
18%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Pine Middle School's ranking?
White Pine Middle School is ranked #1756 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are White Pine Middle School often compared to?
White Pine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swan Valley Middle School, St. Charles Community Middlehigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend White Pine Middle School?
963 students attend White Pine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of White Pine Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White Pine Middle School?
White Pine Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does White Pine Middle School offer ?
White Pine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is White Pine Middle School part of?
White Pine Middle School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is White Pine Middle School located?
White Pine Middle School is located in the Saginaw Township South neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Saginaw Township South.
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