Needs Improvement
#3084 of 3,192 schools in MI
Whitman Elementary School
Elementary School · Pontiac City School District
125 W Montcalm St, Pontiac, MI 48342
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,084 of 3,192
In Pontiac
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Pontiac City School District
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Whitman Elementary School
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About Whitman Elementary School
Whitman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pontiac, MI, part of Pontiac City School District. Whitman Elementary School serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,084 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Whitman Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.3
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
72% of students at Whitman Elementary 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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Whitman Elementary School — Students at Whitman Elementary School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.1%
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: 1.7/10.
How Whitman Elementary School Compares
See how Whitman Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 W Montcalm St, Pontiac, MI 48342
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Momentum Academy (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Owen Elementary School (rated 5.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pontiac, see our Pontiac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pontiac Academy for Excellence Pontiac | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION Pontiac | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Alcott School Pontiac | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Kennedy Center Pontiac | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Owen Elementary School Pontiac | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Flex High School of Pontiac Pontiac | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Virtual Learning Academy Consortium Waterford | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Great Lakes Academy Pontiac | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Childrens Village School Pontiac | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Oakside Prep Academy Waterford | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Walton Charter Academy Pontiac | 2.0 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 | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Donelson Hills Elementary School Waterford | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Momentum Academy Waterford | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Waterford Mott High School Waterford | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Herrington School Pontiac | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
| NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND MARIST ACADEMY Pontiac | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Waterford Lifetracks Program Crary Campus Waterford | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,750
Median Home Value
$90,600
Median Rent
$851/mo
Population
17,227
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
38.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
33.8%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coleman Elementary School Coleman, MI | 3.2 |
| Milwood Elementary School Kalamazoo, MI | 3.2 |
| Ruth H Green Elementary School Roseville, MI | 3.2 |
| Thomas A Edison Elem School Westland, MI | 3.2 |
| Adlai Stevenson Elementary School Southfield, MI | 3.3 |
| Arborwood Elementary School Monroe, MI | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitman Elementary School
What grades does Whitman Elementary School serve?
Whitman Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Whitman Elementary School?
Whitman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitman Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitman Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitman Elementary School rank in MI?
Whitman Elementary School ranks #3,084 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Whitman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Whitman Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitman Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whitman Elementary School a charter school?
No, Whitman Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitman Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Whitman Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitman Elementary School?
82.1% of students at Whitman Elementary 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
- 559
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.9%
- Phone
- (248) 451-7950
Resources & Links
District
Pontiac City School District- District Enrollment
- 3,659
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,914
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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