Serving 35 students in grades 9-12, The Link A Pathway To Success ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Link A Pathway To Success ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
The Link A Pathway To Success's student population of 35 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Link A Pathway To Success ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Link A Pathway To Success is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Link A Pathway To Success's ranking?
The Link A Pathway To Success is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Link A Pathway To Success?
The graduation rate of The Link A Pathway To Success is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend The Link A Pathway To Success?
35 students attend The Link A Pathway To Success.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of The Link A Pathway To Success students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does The Link A Pathway To Success offer ?
The Link A Pathway To Success offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Link A Pathway To Success part of?
The Link A Pathway To Success is part of Pinckney Community Schools School District.
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