Pine River Area Schools School District
School District · Leroy, Michigan
Avg Rating
7.8
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Avg Rating
7.8
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Evaluating Pine River Area Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Pine River Area Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Pine River Area Elementary School
Leroy · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Pine River Area High School
Leroy · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Pine River Area Middle School
Leroy · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#35 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.6
above Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,893
+$310 vs Michigan median
District size
912 students
Smaller than Michigan median
The short answer
Pine River Area Schools ranks #35 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. Pine River Area Schools's schools with real test data average 7.8/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Pine River Area Elementary School (8.7/10), Pine River Area High School (8.6/10), and Pine River Area Middle School (6.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Pine River Area Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pine River Area Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Pine River Area High School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Pine River Area Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Pine River Area Schools
Pine River Area Schools is a Leroy, Michigan school district serving 3 schools.The district educates 912 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1. District-level spending was $14,893 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 7.8/10, Pine River Area Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Pine River Area Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.
In standardized testing, Pine River Area Schools students show an average math proficiency of 33.8% and ELA proficiency of 50.6%.
The district includes 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Pine River Area Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Pine River Area Schools with test data.
Schools in Pine River Area Schools
3 schoolsElementary Schools1
Middle Schools1
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Leroy
- Total Enrollment
- 912
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- District spending per student
- $14,893NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 18.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Pine River Area Schools?
Pine River Area Schools has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Pine River Area Schools?
The average composite rating for Pine River Area Schools is 7.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Pine River Area Schools?
Pine River Area Schools's district-level spending was $14,893 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pine River Area Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Pine River Area Schools is 15.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Pine River Area Schools?
Pine River Area Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Pine River Area Schools with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What are the test scores in Pine River Area Schools?
Across schools in Pine River Area Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 50.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Pine River Area Schools compare to other districts in Michigan?
Pine River Area Schools has an average school rating of 7.8/10 across 3 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 33.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 50.6%
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in MI
Compare Pine River Area Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Detroit Public Schools Community District (106)
- Grand Rapids Public Schools (51)
- Utica Community Schools (38)
- Dearborn City School District (37)
- Ann Arbor Public Schools (32)
- Kalamazoo Public Schools (31)
- Lansing Public School District (26)
- Livonia Public Schools School District (26)
- Michigan Department of Corrections (25)
- Plymouth-canton Community Schools (25)
- Warren Consolidated Schools (23)
- Rochester Community School District (22)
- Troy School District (21)
- Chippewa Valley Schools (20)
- Walled Lake Consolidated Schools (20)
- L'anse Creuse Public Schools (19)
- Forest Hills Public Schools (18)
- Waterford School District (17)
- Farmington Public School District (16)
- Huron Valley Schools (16)
- Kentwood Public Schools (16)
- Port Huron Area School District (16)
- Saginaw School District of the City of (16)
- Traverse City Area Public Schools (16)
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.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.