For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,056 students in 48340, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48340, MI are Kennedy Center, Owen Elementary School and Walton Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48340 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48340, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48340, MI Public Elementary 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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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
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 elementary schools in 48340, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48340, MI include Kennedy Center, Owen Elementary School and Walton Charter Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48340?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48340.
What is the racial composition of students in 48340?
48340 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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