Donald L Pavlik Middle School

www.almaschools.net/schools/alma-middle-school/

449 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Donald L. Pavlik Middle School, located in Alma, Michigan, serves as a vital component of the Alma Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to supporting students during the critical transitional years of early adolescence, typically catering to grades 6 through 8. By fostering a learning environment that prioritizes both academic growth and social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare its student body for the rigors of high school and beyond.

The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement and the "Panther" spirit, encouraging students to get involved in various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. With a focus on providing a comprehensive curriculum, Donald L. Pavlik Middle School works to balance traditional core subjects—such as math, science, and language arts—with opportunities for personal exploration. The staff is committed to maintaining an inclusive atmosphere that supports diverse learning needs, ensuring that every student has the tools and guidance necessary to succeed within the Alma community.

449

Total Students

24.3

Full-Time Teachers

18.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

74.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Donald L Pavlik Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	361
Hispanic	67
Black	3
Asian	2
Two or More	11
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	3

White
361 (80.4 %)
Hispanic
67 (14.9 %)
Two or More
11 (2.4 %)
Black
3 (0.7 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.7 %)
Asian
2 (0.4 %)
American Indian
2 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Alma Public Schools
Phone:	(989)463-3111
Website:	http://www.almaschools.net/schools/alma-middle-school/
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	449
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	286
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	50

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 156

Grade 7 156

Grade 8 137