School Overview
Pontiac Township High School (PTHS), located at 1100 E Indiana Ave in Pontiac, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Pontiac community and surrounding areas in Livingston County. As a comprehensive public high school, it is dedicated to providing a well-rounded academic experience, offering a broad curriculum that includes core subjects, advanced placement courses, and various elective options designed to prepare students for both collegiate pursuits and vocational careers. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and academic discipline.

Beyond the classroom, Pontiac High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture that is central to the student experience. The school supports a wide array of athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led clubs, which serve to promote leadership, teamwork, and school spirit. By balancing a commitment to academic rigor with a focus on holistic student development, Pontiac High School strives to be an integral part of the local community, preparing its graduates to become productive and engaged citizens.
693
Total Students
52.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pontiac High School
Demographic Student Count
White544
Hispanic86
Black17
Asian2
Two or More43
American Indian1
  • White
    544 (78.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    86 (12.4 %)
  • Two or More
    43 (6.2 %)
  • Black
    17 (2.5 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pontiac Twp HSD 90
Phone: (815)844-6113
Website: http://www.pontiac90.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 693
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 163
Grade 10 194
Grade 11 152
Grade 12 184

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pontiac High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9163
Grade 10194
Grade 11152
Grade 12184
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pontiac High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32246.5%
Male37153.5%