For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 781 students in 48340, MI.
The top-ranked public charter school in 48340, MI is Walton Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 48340 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48340, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48340, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walton Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
744 E Walton Blvd
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 371-9300
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 371-9300
Gr: K-8 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
48340, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
859 Emerson Street
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7700
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7700
Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
1033 Barkell Street
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7810
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7810
Gr: K-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48340, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48340, MI include Walton Charter Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48340?
1 public charter schools are located in 48340.
What is the racial composition of students in 48340?
48340 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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