Very Good
#690 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 22% in state
Pathway School
School · Livingston ESA
1429 WEST GRAND RIVER AVE, Howell, MI 48843
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#690 of 3,192
In Howell
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Livingston ESA
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Pathway School
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About Pathway School
Pathway School is a public school in Howell, MI, part of Livingston ESA. Pathway School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pathway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Pathway School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, Pathway School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2.6:1 students to teachers, Pathway School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
47% of students at Pathway School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pathway School — Students at Pathway School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Pathway School Compares
See how Pathway School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1429 WEST GRAND RIVER AVE, Howell, MI 48843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pathway School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Light of the World Academy (rated 7.2/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Pinckney), with a very similar rating. Another option is Northwest Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Fowlerville High School (rated 6.8/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Fowlerville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Howell, see our Howell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Transition Services Howell | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Highlander Way Middle School Howell | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Challenger Elementary School Howell | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Howell High School Howell | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Southwest Elementary School Howell | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Voyager Elementary School Howell | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Northwest Elementary School Howell | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Howell | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Innovation Academy Howell | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Parker Middle School Howell | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Ruahmah J Hutchings Elementary Howell | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Three Fires Elementary Howell | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Natalie Kreeger Elementary School Fowlerville | 6.8 mi | 4.5 |
| HT Smith Elementary School Fowlerville | 7.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Fowlerville Junior High School Fowlerville | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Fowlerville High School Fowlerville | 7.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Fowlerville Online Learning Academy Fowlerville | 7.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Farley Hill Elementary School Pinckney | 9.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Light of the World Academy Pinckney | 10.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Pathfinder School Pinckney | 10.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,620
Median Home Value
$323,100
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
46,902
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
41.9
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| METROPOLITAN JUNIOR ACADEMY Plymouth, MI | 7.5 |
| Mackinac Island School Mackinac Island, MI | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pathway School
What grades does Pathway School serve?
Pathway School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Pathway School?
Pathway School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pathway School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pathway School is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pathway School rank in MI?
Pathway School ranks #690 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Pathway School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pathway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Pathway School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pathway School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pathway School a charter school?
No, Pathway School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pathway School a Title I school?
No, Pathway School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pathway School?
40.0% of students at Pathway School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Livingston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (517) 546-6240
Resources & Links
District
Livingston ESA- District Enrollment
- 601
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $445,022
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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