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Best 48340 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,326 students in 48340, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,040 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 48340, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48340, MI are Kennedy Center, Pontiac Academy For Student Success 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 16% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48340, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 48340, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kennedy Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1700 Baldwin Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8040
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Pontiac Academy For Student Success
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7323
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Owen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 Baldwin Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7870
Gr: K-6 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Walton Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
744 E Walton Blvd
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 371-9300
Gr: K-8 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Alcott School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
460 W Kennett Rd
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7910
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Pontiac Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1275 N Perry St
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8010
Gr: 6-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Pontiac High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7424
Gr: 9-12 | 992 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Bethune Adult Education
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7970
Gr: 12
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusne
Vocational School
1371 N Perry St
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-2700
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 48340, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48340, MI include Kennedy Center, Pontiac Academy For Student Success 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?
76% of all K-12 students in 48340 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48340?
48340 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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