Alcott School

Alcott School is located at 460 W Kennett Rd in Pontiac within an urban neighbourhood setting. They serve students from grades K-5 and enrolls approximately 281 students with a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. 12% of students are proficient in math and 22% meet or exceed grade-level reading benchmarks. The student population is made up of 51% female students and 49% male students. Alcott offers a caring learning environment where teachers emphasize foundational skills, classroom engagement and community connection.

Alcott has a 10.12-acre campus with playgrounds and basketball courts which highlights strong outdoor and physical-activity resources within the city. Parents note the school’s dedicated staff and welcoming atmosphere helps them to earn the recognition as one of the best elementary schools in Michigan.

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Q1. Which organizations partner with Alcott School?

Ans. Alcott School partners with 12 organizations, including the Cranbrook Institute of Science and the Cranbrook Art Institute.

Q2. What is Alcott School’s policy on student freedom of expression?

Ans. Students may express opinions respectfully, but expressions that are libelous, obscene, discriminatory, or disruptive are not permitted.

Q3. How is transportation managed for field trips at Alcott School?

Ans. All field trips use District-owned or approved vehicles driven by authorized drivers, with exceptions requiring superintendent approval.

Q4. How does Alcott School support students in special education?

Ans. Special education is provided through a continuum of placements in the least restrictive environment, with transportation when necessary.

Q5. What are the media policies at Alcott School?

Ans. Media personnel must get permission, be accompanied by staff, and ensure families have signed release forms before photographing or interviewing students.