For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,773 students in 48342, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48342, MI are Flex High School Of Pontiac, Whitman Elementary School and Herrington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48342 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48342, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48342, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Flex High School Of Pontiac
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
142 Auburn Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 206-4316
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 206-4316
Gr: 9-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 W Montcalm St
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7950
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7950
Gr: K-5 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Herrington School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
541 Bay St
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7790
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7790
Gr: K-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Great Lakes Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
46312 Woodward Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 334-6434
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 334-6434
Gr: K-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Pontiac Academy For Excellence
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
196 Cesar E Chavez Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 745-9420
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 745-9420
Gr: K-12 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
48342, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
131 Hillside Drive
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7650
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7650
Gr: 6-8 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
31 N. Astor Street
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7830
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7830
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Mccarroll School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
191 N. Glenwood Avenue
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-8064
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-8064
Gr: 6-12 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Oakland County Academy Of Media Technology (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
48980 Woodward Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 971-9200
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 971-9200
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
25 S. Sanford Street
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-8080
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-8080
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
196 Cesar E Chavez Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 745-9420
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 745-9420
Gr: K-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
196 Cesar E Chavez Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 745-9420
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 745-9420
Gr: 6-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
723 Cottage St
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7770
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7770
Gr: PK
729 Linda Vista Drive
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7900
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 451-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48342, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48342, MI include Flex High School Of Pontiac, Whitman Elementary School and Herrington School.
How many public schools are located in 48342?
5 public schools are located in 48342.
What is the racial composition of students in 48342?
48342 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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