Very Good
#796 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 25% in state
Kennedy Center
School · Pontiac City School District
1700 BALDWIN AVE, Pontiac, MI 48340
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#796 of 3,192
In Pontiac
#1 of 13
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Pontiac City School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Kennedy Center
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About Kennedy Center
Kennedy Center is a public school in Pontiac, MI, part of Pontiac City School District. Kennedy Center serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #796 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Kennedy Center show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 4.4
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Kennedy Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Kennedy Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at Kennedy Center 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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Kennedy Center — Students at Kennedy Center score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Kennedy Center Compares
See how Kennedy Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1700 BALDWIN AVE, Pontiac, MI 48340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kennedy Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Childrens Village School (rated 6.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND MARIST ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pontiac Academy for Excellence (rated 6.3/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pontiac, see our Pontiac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Owen Elementary School Pontiac | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION Pontiac | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Alcott School Pontiac | 1.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Whitman Elementary School Pontiac | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Walton Charter Academy Pontiac | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Pontiac High School Pontiac | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Pontiac Academy for Student Success Pontiac | 1.9 mi | — |
| Pontiac Middle School Pontiac | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Pontiac Academy for Excellence Pontiac | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Childrens Village School Pontiac | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND MARIST ACADEMY Pontiac | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Virtual Learning Academy Consortium Waterford | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Carpenter Elem School Lake Orion | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Flex High School of Pontiac Pontiac | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Great Lakes Academy Pontiac | 3.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Oakside Prep Academy Waterford | 3.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Waldon Middle School Lake Orion | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Herrington School Pontiac | 3.0 mi | 2.6 |
| Waterford Mott High School Waterford | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Donelson Hills Elementary School Waterford | 3.5 mi | 3.9 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lighthouse Academy Eagle Village Hersey, MI | 7.3 |
| Gobles Virtual Academy Gobles, MI | 7.2 |
| HOLLAND ADVENTIST ACADEMY Holland, MI | 7.2 |
| Pied Piper School Alpena, MI | 7.4 |
| Buchanan Virtual Academy Buchanan, MI | 7.1 |
| EUPISD Learning Center Kincheloe, MI | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kennedy Center
What grades does Kennedy Center serve?
Kennedy Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Kennedy Center?
Kennedy Center has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Center is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kennedy Center rank in MI?
Kennedy Center ranks #796 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Kennedy Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Kennedy Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Kennedy Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy Center has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kennedy Center a charter school?
No, Kennedy Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kennedy Center a Title I school?
No, Kennedy Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kennedy Center?
59.6% of students at Kennedy Center 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (248) 451-8040
Resources & Links
District
Pontiac City School District- District Enrollment
- 3,659
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,914
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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