For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 996 students in 48340, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48340, MI are Kennedy Center, Pontiac Academy For Student Success and Pontiac High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48340 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48340, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48340 have a Graduation Rate of 57%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pontiac High School, with 57% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48340, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kennedy Center
Special Education 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
| 47 students
Rank: #22.
Pontiac Academy For Student Success
Alternative 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
| 7 students
Rank: #33.
Pontiac High 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
| 942 students
Rank: n/an/a
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7970
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7970
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusne
Vocational 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 high schools in 48340, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48340, MI include Kennedy Center, Pontiac Academy For Student Success and Pontiac High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48340?
5 public high schools are located in 48340.
What is the racial composition of students in 48340?
48340 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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