Paw Paw Public School District
School District · Paw Paw, Michigan
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,233
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,233
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#285 of 532
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,233
$350 vs Michigan median
District size
2,135 students
Larger than Michigan median
About Paw Paw Public School District
Paw Paw Public School District is a Paw Paw, Michigan school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,135 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. The district invests $14,233 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Paw Paw Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Paw Paw Early Elementary School, which has a composite score of 6.8/10.
In standardized testing, Paw Paw Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 31.5% and ELA proficiency of 47.4%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Paw Paw Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Paw Paw Public School District with test data.
Schools in Paw Paw Public School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Paw Paw
- Total Enrollment
- 2,135
- Teachers (FTE)
- 132
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Paw Paw Public School District?
Paw Paw Public School District has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Paw Paw Public School District?
The average composite rating for Paw Paw Public School District is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Paw Paw Public School District?
Paw Paw Public School District spends $14,233 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paw Paw Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Paw Paw Public School District is 16.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Paw Paw Public School District?
Paw Paw Early Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Paw Paw Public School District with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What are the test scores in Paw Paw Public School District?
Across schools in Paw Paw Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 31.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 47.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Paw Paw Public School District compare to other districts in Michigan?
Paw Paw Public School District has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 31.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 47.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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