Below Average
#2728 of 3,192 schools in MI
Pine Tree Center
School · Lake Orion Community Schools
590 PINE TREE RD, Lake Orion, MI 48362
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,728 of 3,192
In Lake Orion
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
Lake Orion Community Schools
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Pine Tree Center
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About Pine Tree Center
Pine Tree Center is a public school in Lake Orion, MI, part of Lake Orion Community Schools. Pine Tree Center serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Tree Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,728 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Pine Tree Center show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 7.3
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Pine Tree Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Pine Tree Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Pine Tree Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pine Tree Center — Students at Pine Tree Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Pine Tree Center Compares
See how Pine Tree Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
590 PINE TREE RD, Lake Orion, MI 48362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine Tree Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAKE ORION BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oxford Crossroads Day School (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Oxford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oxford Virtual Academy (rated 5.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Oxford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Orion, see our Lake Orion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orion Oaks Elementary School Lake Orion | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Lake Orion | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| LAKE ORION BAPTIST SCHOOL Lake Orion | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Stadium Drive Elementary School Lake Orion | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Scripps Middle School Lake Orion | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Blanche Sims Elementary School Lake Orion | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Learning Options High School Lake Orion | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake Orion Community High School Lake Orion | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Paint Creek Elementary School Lake Orion | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Oxford Elementary School Oxford | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Daniel Axford Elementary School Oxford | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Oxford Virtual Academy Oxford | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Webber School Lake Orion | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Clear Lake Elementary School Oxford | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Waldon Middle School Lake Orion | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Carpenter Elem School Lake Orion | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Oxford Crossroads Day School Oxford | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Oxford Middle School Oxford | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Oxford Bridges High School Oxford | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Lakeville Elementary School Oxford | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,667
Median Home Value
$313,600
Median Rent
$1,095/mo
Population
14,746
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
44.9
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|---|---|
| Southside Special Educ School Niles, MI | 4.5 |
| Burt Township School Grand Marais, MI | 4.7 |
| GREAT LAKES MENNONITE SCHOOL Clare, MI | 4.7 |
| Eaton RESA Meadowview Offsite Charlotte, MI | 4.2 |
| Lapeer Co Education and Technology Center Attica, MI | 4.8 |
| West Ottawa Virtual Academy Holland, MI | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine Tree Center
What grades does Pine Tree Center serve?
Pine Tree Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Pine Tree Center?
Pine Tree Center has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Tree Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine Tree Center is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pine Tree Center rank in MI?
Pine Tree Center ranks #2,728 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Pine Tree Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Pine Tree Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Pine Tree Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Tree Center has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Pine Tree Center a charter school?
No, Pine Tree Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pine Tree Center a Title I school?
No, Pine Tree Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Tree Center?
55.6% of students at Pine Tree Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (248) 693-5470
Resources & Links
District
Lake Orion Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,745
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,982
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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