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.
992
Total Students
57.8
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pontiac High School
Demographic Student Count
White41
Hispanic536
Black355
Asian27
Two or More31
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    536 (54.0%)
  • Black
    355 (35.8%)
  • White
    41 (4.1%)
  • Two or More
    31 (3.1%)
  • Asian
    27 (2.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
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: 992
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 57.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 645
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Grade 9 279
Grade 10 248
Grade 11 256
Grade 12 209

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pontiac High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9279
Grade 10248
Grade 11256
Grade 12209
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pontiac High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female47247.6%
Male52052.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)