Alcott School
Pontiac, MI
Grades K to 5 · 334 students
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Pontiac Academy for Excellence
Pontiac, Michigan · Grades K to 12 · Pontiac Academy for Excellence
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About Pontiac Academy for Excellence
Located in Pontiac, Michigan, Pontiac Academy for Excellence is a public charter school for kindergarten through grade 12. Federal data for 2024-25 shows 553 students enrolled. There are about 18 students for every full-time-equivalent teacher (30.8 teachers in all). Federal data from 2021-22 lists it as a magnet school. Federal locale data places it in a small city, in Oakland County. Within 5 miles there are 51 other schools, so families have nearby options to compare.
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School facts
| Address | 196 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (248) 745-9420 |
| School district | Pontiac Academy for Excellence |
| Grades | K to 12 |
| Students (2024-25) | 553 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 30.8 |
| Students per teacher | 18 |
| Charter school | Yes |
| Magnet school | Yes, based on the most recent federal magnet data (2021-22) |
| School type | Regular |
| Level | Other |
| Locale (NCES) | City, small, Oakland County |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 260015600970). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades does Pontiac Academy for Excellence serve?
Pontiac Academy for Excellence serves kindergarten through grade 12.
How many students attend Pontiac Academy for Excellence?
Pontiac Academy for Excellence reported 553 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pontiac Academy for Excellence?
About 18 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 553 students and 30.8 teachers in federal data.
Is Pontiac Academy for Excellence a public or charter school?
Pontiac Academy for Excellence is a public charter school.
What school district is Pontiac Academy for Excellence in?
Pontiac Academy for Excellence is part of Pontiac Academy for Excellence.
Where is Pontiac Academy for Excellence located?
Pontiac Academy for Excellence is at 196 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342. The phone number is (248) 745-9420.
How many other schools are near Pontiac Academy for Excellence?
There are 51 other schools within 5 miles of Pontiac Academy for Excellence in our directory.
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