Districts in Bay County3 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinconning Area Schools | Linwood | 6/10 Average · 54th pct | 1,159 | 4 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Essexville-Hampton Public Schools | Essexville | 5/10 Average · 45th pct | 1,500 | 4 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Bay City School District | Auburn | 4/10 Below Average · 38th pct | 6,385 | 13 | PK–12 | 6 |
How Bay County compares
Together they enroll 9,044 students across 21 schools. The largest is Bay City School District with 6,385 students. Districts here average 5.0/10, below the Michigan average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 4/10 to 6/10.
School Districts in Bay County, Michigan
Bay County has 3 public school districts covering 10 zip codes. The top-rated district in Bay County is Pinconning Area Schools (6/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Michigan. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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