Needs Improvement
#3179 of 3,192 schools in MI
Alcott School
Elementary School · Pontiac City School District
460 WEST KENNETT RD, Pontiac, MI 48340
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,179 of 3,192
In Pontiac
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Pontiac City School District
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Alcott School
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About Alcott School
Alcott School is a public elementary school in Pontiac, MI, part of Pontiac City School District. Alcott School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Alcott School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,179 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Alcott School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.3
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Alcott School runs 23.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
48% of students at Alcott School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Alcott School — Students at Alcott School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Alcott School Compares
See how Alcott School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
460 WEST KENNETT RD, Pontiac, MI 48340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alcott School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Momentum Academy (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Owen Elementary School (rated 5.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pontiac, see our Pontiac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION Pontiac | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Whitman Elementary School Pontiac | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Childrens Village School Pontiac | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Virtual Learning Academy Consortium Waterford | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Kennedy Center Pontiac | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Owen Elementary School Pontiac | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Oakside Prep Academy Waterford | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Pontiac Academy for Excellence Pontiac | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Donelson Hills Elementary School Waterford | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Waterford Mott High School Waterford | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Momentum Academy Waterford | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Waterford Lifetracks Program Crary Campus Waterford | 2.4 mi | — |
| Waterford Durant High School Waterford | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Walton Charter Academy Pontiac | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Flex High School of Pontiac Pontiac | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Great Lakes Academy Pontiac | 2.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Pontiac High School Pontiac | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Pontiac Academy for Student Success Pontiac | 2.5 mi | — |
| Pontiac Middle School Pontiac | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Mason Middle School Waterford | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,474
Median Home Value
$105,800
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
25,696
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy for Business and Technology Elementary Dearborn, MI | 2.4 |
| DoyleRyder School Flint, MI | 2.4 |
| Kempton Elementary School Saginaw, MI | 2.4 |
| Moore Elementary School Mount Morris, MI | 2.4 |
| Paramount Charter Academy Kalamazoo, MI | 2.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy Detroit, MI | 2.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alcott School
What grades does Alcott School serve?
Alcott School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alcott School?
Alcott School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alcott School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alcott School is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alcott School rank in MI?
Alcott School ranks #3,179 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Alcott School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alcott School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alcott School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alcott School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Alcott School a charter school?
No, Alcott School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alcott School a Title I school?
No, Alcott School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alcott School?
71.5% of students at Alcott School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.4%
- Phone
- (248) 451-7910
Resources & Links
District
Pontiac City School District- District Enrollment
- 3,659
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,914
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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