For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 114 students in Lakeland, MI.
The top-ranked public school in Lakeland, MI is Kensington Woods Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakeland, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Lakeland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lakeland, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kensington Woods Schools
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9501 Pettys Road
Lakeland, MI 48143
(517) 545-0828
Lakeland, MI 48143
(517) 545-0828
Gr: 6-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Lakeland, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9501 Pettys Dr
Lakeland, MI 48143
(810) 225-6700
Lakeland, MI 48143
(810) 225-6700
Gr: K-3 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lakeland, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Lakeland, MI include Kensington Woods Schools.
How many public schools are located in Lakeland?
1 public schools are located in Lakeland.
What is the racial composition of students in Lakeland?
Lakeland public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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