For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,282 students in Pinckney, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 258 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Pinckney, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Pinckney, MI are Farley Hill Elementary School, The Link A Pathway To Success and Pathfinder School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pinckney, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Pinckney have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Pinckney, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Farley Hill Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8110 Farley Rd
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-6400
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-6400
Grades: PK-2
| 243 students
Rank: #22.
The Link A Pathway To Success
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2130 E M 36
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5516
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5516
Grades: 9-12
| 30 students
Rank: #33.
Pathfinder School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2100 E M 36
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5200
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5200
Grades: 6-8
| 467 students
Rank: #44.
Navigator Upper Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2150 E M 36
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5300
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5300
Grades: 3-5
| 481 students
Rank: #55.
Light Of The World Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
550 E Hamburg St
Pinckney, MI 48169
(248) 254-3445
Pinckney, MI 48169
(248) 254-3445
Grades: K-8
| 232 students
Rank: #66.
Country Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2939 E M 36
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-6600
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-6600
Grades: PK-2
| 201 students
Rank: #77.
Pinckney Community High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10255 Dexter Pinckney Rd
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5500
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 628 students
Pinckney, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10255 Dexter Pinckney Rd
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5500
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5500
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
935 West M 36
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5800
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5800
Grades: K-4
| 212 students
P.o. Box 48
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-3950
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-3950
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pinckney, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Pinckney, MI include Farley Hill Elementary School, The Link A Pathway To Success and Pathfinder School.
How many public schools are located in Pinckney?
7 public schools are located in Pinckney.
What percentage of students in Pinckney go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Pinckney are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pinckney?
Pinckney public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Pinckney are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pinckney include: Farley Hill Elementary School vs. Country Elementary School, Country Elementary School vs. Farley Hill Elementary School
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