School Overview
Pontiac High School, located at 1051 Arlene Ave in Pontiac, Michigan, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Pontiac School District. As a central pillar of the community, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares its diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual growth and personal development.

Beyond its core curriculum, Pontiac High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations designed to foster school spirit and community engagement. By leveraging the resources provided by the Pontiac School District, the school strives to overcome local challenges by implementing educational initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes and graduation rates. For families and community members seeking more information on the school’s academic calendar, programs, or administration, the official district website at http://www.pontiac.k12.mi.us serves as the primary resource for updates and institutional announcements.
935
Total Students
49.8
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pontiac High School
Demographic Student Count
White29
Hispanic437
Black422
Asian26
Two or More20
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    437 (46.7 %)
  • Black
    422 (45.1 %)
  • White
    29 (3.1 %)
  • Asian
    26 (2.8 %)
  • Two or More
    20 (2.1 %)
  • 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 City School District
Phone: (248)451-7424
Website: http://www.pontiac.k12.mi.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 935
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 49.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 645
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Grade 9 258
Grade 10 225
Grade 11 243
Grade 12 209

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pontiac High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9258
Grade 10225
Grade 11243
Grade 12209
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pontiac High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female42645.6%
Male50954.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)