Serving 37 students in grades 9-12, Flex High School Of Pontiac ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flex High School Of Pontiac ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Flex High School Of Pontiac's student population of 37 students has declined by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Flex High School Of Pontiac is 0.29, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
84%
18%
White
3%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Flex High School Of Pontiac?
The graduation rate of Flex High School Of Pontiac is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Flex High School Of Pontiac?
37 students attend Flex High School Of Pontiac.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Flex High School Of Pontiac students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flex High School Of Pontiac?
Flex High School Of Pontiac has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Flex High School Of Pontiac offer ?
Flex High School Of Pontiac offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Flex High School Of Pontiac part of?
Flex High School Of Pontiac is part of Life Skills Center Of Pontiac School District.
In what neighborhood is Flex High School Of Pontiac located?
Flex High School Of Pontiac is located in the Unity Park Neighborhood neighborhood of Pontiac, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Unity Park Neighborhood.
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