Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pembroke Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pembroke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pembroke Elementary School's student population of 324 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Pembroke Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pembroke Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
79%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pembroke Elementary School's ranking?
Pembroke Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pembroke Elementary School often compared to?
Pembroke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keystone Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pembroke Elementary School?
324 students attend Pembroke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pembroke Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pembroke Elementary School?
Pembroke Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pembroke Elementary School offer ?
Pembroke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pembroke Elementary School part of?
Pembroke Elementary School is part of Birmingham School District.
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