For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,013 students in 48340, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,042 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 48340, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48340, MI are Kennedy Center, Tier Iii Intervention Academy and Owen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48340 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48340, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48340, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kennedy Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 Baldwin Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8040
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8040
Grades: PK-12
| 49 students
Rank: #22.
Tier Iii Intervention Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7323
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7323
Grades: 9-12
| 21 students
Rank: #33.
Owen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Baldwin Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7870
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7870
Grades: K-6
| 289 students
Rank: #44.
Walton Charter Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
744 E Walton Blvd
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 371-9300
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 371-9300
Grades: K-8
| 809 students
Rank: #55.
Alcott School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
460 W Kennett Rd
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7910
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7910
Grades: K-5
| 180 students
Rank: #66.
Pontiac Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1275 N Perry St
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8010
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8010
Grades: 6-8
| 729 students
Rank: #77.
Pontiac High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7424
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7424
Grades: 9-12
| 935 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bethune Adult Education
Magnet School
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7970
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7970
Grades: 12
| 1 students
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusne
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1371 N Perry St
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-2700
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-2700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
48340, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
859 Emerson Street
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7700
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7700
Grades: K-5
| 352 students
1033 Barkell Street
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7810
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7810
Grades: K-5
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48340, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48340, MI include Kennedy Center, Tier Iii Intervention Academy and Owen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48340?
9 public schools are located in 48340.
What percentage of students in 48340 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 48340 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48340?
48340 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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