PENNFIELD DUNLAP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pennfield Dunlap Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pennfield Schools school district, located in BATTLE CREEK, MI with about 459 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Pennfield Dunlap Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Pennfield Dunlap Elementary is a public school located in Battle Creek, Michigan, serving as part of the Pennfield School District. Situated at 8465 Pennfield Rd, the school focuses on providing a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged students. As a key component of the local district, Dunlap Elementary is dedicated to fostering academic growth, social development, and a supportive learning environment tailored to the needs of young learners within the community.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Pennfield School District, which emphasizes preparing students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum and meaningful community engagement. Families in the Battle Creek area can find detailed information regarding district policies, academic calendars, and school-specific programs by visiting their official website at [www.pennfield.net](http://www.pennfield.net). The school serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, reflecting the district's commitment to excellence in education and student well-being.

For more information, contact Pennfield Dunlap Elementary at (269) 961-9789 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8465 PENNFIELD RD
BATTLE CREEK, MI 49017-8113
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PENNFIELD DUNLAP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BATTLE CREEK, MI with about 459 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Pennfield Schools
Total Students:
459
Teachers:
26.6
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 459 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PENNFIELD DUNLAP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
82.8%
Two or more races
7.0%
Hispanic/Latino
5.7%
Black or African American
3.5%
Asian
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.