For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,027 students in 48360, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 71 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 48360, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48360, MI are Scripps Middle School, Stadium Drive Elementary School and Waldon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48360 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48360, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48360, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scripps Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
385 E Scripps Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5440
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5440
Gr: 6-8 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Stadium Drive Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
244 Stadium Dr
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5475
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5475
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Waldon Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2509 Waldon Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 391-1100
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 391-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Lake Orion Community High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
495 E Scripps Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5420
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5420
Gr: 9-12 | 2,035 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Orion Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1255 Joslyn Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 393-0010
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 393-0010
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Learning Options High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
455 E Scripps Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5450
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5450
Gr: 9-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Community Educational Resource Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
455 E Scripps Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5436
Lake Orion, MI 48360
(248) 693-5436
Gr: K-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48360, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48360, MI include Scripps Middle School, Stadium Drive Elementary School and Waldon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48360?
7 public schools are located in 48360.
What percentage of students in 48360 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 48360 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48360?
48360 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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