Serving 182 students in grades 9-12, Dianne M Pellerin Center 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dianne M Pellerin Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dianne M Pellerin Center's student population of 182 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dianne M Pellerin Center 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 Dianne M Pellerin Center is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2483 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
58%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dianne M Pellerin Center's ranking?
Dianne M Pellerin Center is ranked #2483 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dianne M Pellerin Center?
The graduation rate of Dianne M Pellerin Center is 60-64%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Dianne M Pellerin Center?
182 students attend Dianne M Pellerin Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dianne M Pellerin Center students are White, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dianne M Pellerin Center?
Dianne M Pellerin Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dianne M Pellerin Center offer ?
Dianne M Pellerin Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dianne M Pellerin Center part of?
Dianne M Pellerin Center is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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