Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alcott 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Alcott School serves the west part of Pontiac, MI, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching up to 1.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alcott School's student population of 334 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At Alcott we work hard & we SOAR like Phoenixes
School Rankings
Alcott School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcott School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2533 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
55%
9%
Black
32%
18%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
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 Alcott School's ranking?
Alcott School is ranked #2533 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Alcott School often compared to?
Alcott Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herrington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Alcott School?
334 students attend Alcott School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alcott School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcott School?
Alcott School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Alcott School offer ?
Alcott School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alcott School part of?
Alcott School is part of Pontiac City School District.
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