For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 715 students in 48342, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48342, MI are Great Lakes Academy and Pontiac Academy For Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48342 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48342, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48342, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Great Lakes Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
46312 Woodward Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 334-6434
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 334-6434
Gr: K-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Pontiac Academy For Excellence
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
196 Cesar E Chavez Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 745-9420
Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 745-9420
Gr: K-12 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48342, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48342, MI include Great Lakes Academy and Pontiac Academy For Excellence.
How many public middle schools are located in 48342?
2 public middle schools are located in 48342.
What is the racial composition of students in 48342?
48342 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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