For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,056 students in 48340, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48340, MI are Kennedy Center, Pontiac Academy For Student Success and Pontiac High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48340 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48340, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48340 have a Graduation Rate of 59%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pontiac High School, with 63% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48340, MI Public High 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 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Pontiac Academy For Student Success
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7323
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7323
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Pontiac High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1051 Arlene Ave
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7424
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-7424
Gr: 9-12 | 992 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusne
Vocational School
1371 N Perry St
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-2700
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 451-2700
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48340, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48340, MI include Kennedy Center, Pontiac Academy For Student Success and Pontiac High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48340?
5 public high schools are located in 48340.
What is the racial composition of students in 48340?
48340 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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