8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Pellston, Michigan

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.1/10
Median household income: $64,792
Median home value: $152,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 78%

How Pellston compares

Median household income

$65k

88% of Michigan median

About Schools in Pellston, Michigan

Pellston, Michigan is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Pellston perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Pellston is Pellston Elementary School with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Pellston is served by 1 school district: Pellston Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 463 students.

Pellston's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,792. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Pellston Elementary School 206 students · Pre-K–5th	206	Pre-K–5th	9.4

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Pellston MiddleHigh School 256 students · 6th–12th	256	6th–12th	6.8

Schools in Pellston

Pellston, Michigan · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$64,792

Median Home Value

$152,800

Median Rent

$989/mo

Population

1,791

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Community Profile

Pellston has a median household income of $64,792. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $152,800, with a median rent of $989/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Michigan
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Resources

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School District

Pellston Public Schools

2 schools · 463 students

Nearby Cities

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12 mi

Harbor Springs (3 schools)

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Mackinaw City (1 school)

16 mi

Harbor Spgs (1 school)

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Petoskey (10 schools)

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Cheboygan (7 schools)

15 mi

Saint Ignace (4 schools)

22 mi

Wolverine (2 schools)

21 mi

Mackinac Island (1 school)

22 mi

Pointe Aux Pins (1 school)

19 mi

Boyne Falls (1 school)

27 mi

Boyne City (5 schools)

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Vanderbilt (1 school)

29 mi

Other Major Cities in Michigan

Top metros statewide by school count.

Detroit 195 schools Grand Rapids 161 schools Ann Arbor 65 schools Saginaw 62 schools Kalamazoo 59 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Pellston, Michigan

How many schools are in Pellston, Michigan?

Pellston has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Pellston, Michigan?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pellston is 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Pellston, Michigan?

The top-ranked school in Pellston on MySchoolScout is Pellston Elementary School with a composite score of 9.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Pellston, Michigan?

The top-ranked elementary school in Pellston on MySchoolScout is Pellston Elementary School with a composite score of 9.4/10.

What is the best high school in Pellston, Michigan?

The top-ranked high school in Pellston on MySchoolScout is Pellston Middlehigh School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

How many school districts serve Pellston, Michigan?

Pellston is served by 1 school district: Pellston Public Schools.

What is the education level in Pellston, Michigan?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Pellston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Pellston, Michigan?

The median household income in Pellston is approximately $64,792 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Pellston, Michigan?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pellston is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pellston, Michigan?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.