Pinckney High School, or Pinckney Community High School is a high school located in Putnam Township, Michigan. The current high school building is at 10255 Dexter-Pinckney Road in Putnam Township.
Serving 628 students in grades 9-12, Pinckney Community High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinckney Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pinckney Community High School's student population of 628 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1888
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Education. Innovation. Possibilities.
School Rankings
Pinckney Community High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinckney Community High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinckney Community High School's ranking?
Pinckney Community High School is ranked #924 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pinckney Community High School often compared to?
Pinckney Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinckney Community High School?
The graduation rate of Pinckney Community High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Pinckney Community High School?
628 students attend Pinckney Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pinckney Community High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinckney Community High School?
Pinckney Community High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinckney Community High School offer ?
Pinckney Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pinckney Community High School part of?
Pinckney Community High School is part of Pinckney Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/27/2021
Pinckney Community High School is a great school. Superintendent Rick Todd is top-notch as are the school's Co-Principals, Advising, and Counseling Staff. Our daughter has thrived there by finding her own path. She has done online school via Michigan Virtual (in partnership with the high school) which has allowed her to still be part of the community and to play multiple sports and travel the globe to learn about other cultures. She has also taken some virtual classes taught by the high school and some dual enrollment classes through Washtenaw Community College to earn both high school and college credit. The school has been phenomenal in providing this flexibility and our daughter has really found her way in the world and loves the Pinckney community.
5 1/3/2014
The principal, Dr. Darga and the staff are fabulous. There are so many wonderful students that attend this school. Hundreds of athletic that have great grades. We love this school and are proud to be Pinckney Pirates, now and forever.
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