For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,611 students in 48169, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48169, MI are Farley Hill Elementary School, Pathfinder School and Navigator Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48169 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48169, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48169, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farley Hill Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8110 Farley Rd
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-6400
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-6400
Gr: PK-2 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Pathfinder School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2100 E M 36
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5200
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 3-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Country Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2939 E M 36
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-6600
Pinckney, MI 48169
(810) 225-6600
Gr: PK-2 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Light Of The World Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48169, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48169, MI include Farley Hill Elementary School, Pathfinder School and Navigator Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48169?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48169.
What is the racial composition of students in 48169?
48169 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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