For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,196 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 17% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48340, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kennedy Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1700 Baldwin Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8040
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8040
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Owen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Baldwin Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7870
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7870
Gr: K-6 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
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%
Rank: #44.
Alcott 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
Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Pontiac Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1275 N Perry St
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8010
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-8010
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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: 89%
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 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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