For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 699 students in 48169, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 48169, MI are Pathfinder School and Light Of The World Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48169 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48169, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48169, MI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: 6-8
| 467 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: K-8
| 232 students
48169, 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 middle schools in 48169, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 48169, MI include Pathfinder School and Light Of The World Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 48169?
2 public middle schools are located in 48169.
What is the racial composition of students in 48169?
48169 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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