C+
Average
64/100

Great Lakes Academy

📚 K – 08 🏫 School Charter School
📍 46312 WOODWARD AVE, Pontiac, MI 48342
64
Repit Score
out of 100
200
Students
enrolled
18.2:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$14K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $13,687 per student
🏫 School Type Regular (Charter)

School Information

Address 46312 WOODWARD AVE
City Pontiac
ZIP Code 48342
District 2600157
NCES School ID 260015700971
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 48342

Understanding the community around Great Lakes Academy helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $31,432
Per Capita Income $18,445
Poverty Rate 29.1%
Households Earning $100K+ 11.1%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.2%
High School or Higher 77.3%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $82,300
Median Rent $824
Owner-Occupied 35.6%
Renter-Occupied 64.4%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Great Lakes Academy.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Black 86.5%
Hispanic/Latino 7.0%
Two or More Races 3.0%
White 2.0%
Asian 1.5%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 200
Teachers (FTE) 11.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 18.2:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Great Lakes Academy?
Great Lakes Academy has a Repit School Score of 64 out of 100, earning a grade of C+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Great Lakes Academy?
Great Lakes Academy has 200 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.2:1.
What grades does Great Lakes Academy serve?
Great Lakes Academy serves grades K – 08 and is classified as a School. This is a charter school.
How much funding does Great Lakes Academy receive per student?
Great Lakes Academy receives $13,687 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is around the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Great Lakes Academy in 48342 ▼
Avg Home Value
$129,884
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,342
1-Year Change
+4.9%
% Renters
64.4%

Other Schools in 48342

A+

Whitman Elementary School

K – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 100/100
B+

Flex High School of Pontiac

09 – 12 • High School
Repit Score 82/100
B+

Herrington School

K – 06 • School
Repit Score 79/100
C+

Pontiac Academy for Excellence

K – 12 • K-12
Repit Score 67/100
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026