Serving 771 students in grades 6-8, Pontiac Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pontiac Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pontiac Middle School's student population of 771 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pontiac Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pontiac Middle School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2633 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
33%
9%
Black
52%
18%
White
7%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pontiac Middle School's ranking?
Pontiac Middle School is ranked #2633 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Pontiac Middle School?
771 students attend Pontiac Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pontiac Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pontiac Middle School?
Pontiac Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pontiac Middle School offer ?
Pontiac Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pontiac Middle School part of?
Pontiac Middle School is part of Pontiac City School District.
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