For the 2025 school year, there are 109 public high schools serving 68,985 students in Oakland County, MI. The top ranked public high schools in Oakland County, MI are International Academy, Troy High School and Rochester Adams High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oakland County, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Oakland County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Oakland County, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Novi High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Oakland County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International Academy
(Math: 94% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1020 E Square Lake Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
(248) 341-5905
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
(248) 341-5905
Gr: 9-12 | 1,392 student Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Troy High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4777 Northfield Pkwy
Troy, MI 48098
(248) 823-2700
Troy, MI 48098
(248) 823-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,044 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Rochester Adams High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3200 W Tienken Rd
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-5200
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-5200
Gr: 7-12 | 1,539 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Novi High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
24062 Taft Rd
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 449-1500
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 449-1500
Gr: 8-12 | 2,094 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Van Hoosen Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1339 N Adams Rd
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-4900
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-4900
Gr: 6-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Ernest W Seaholm High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2436 W Lincoln St
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-3702
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-3702
Gr: 9-12 | 1,154 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #77.
Novi Virtual School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
41500 Gardenbrook Rd
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 449-1200
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 449-1200
Gr: K-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Stoney Creek High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6755 Sheldon Rd
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-5700
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-5700
Gr: 6-12 | 1,495 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #99.
Wylie E Groves High School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
20500 W 13 Mile Rd
Franklin, MI 48025
(248) 203-3520
Franklin, MI 48025
(248) 203-3520
Gr: 9-12 | 1,130 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1010.
West Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Old Perch Rd
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 726-5000
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 726-5000
Gr: 6-12 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #11 - 1411. - 14.
Clarkston Junior High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6595 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Gr: 7-12 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #11 - 1411. - 14.
Oakland Early College
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
27055 Orchard Lake Rd
Farmington, MI 48334
(248) 522-3540
Farmington, MI 48334
(248) 522-3540
Gr: 9-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #11 - 1411. - 14.
Rochester High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
180 S Livernois Rd
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 726-5400
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 726-5400
Gr: 7-12 | 1,671 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #11 - 1411. - 14.
Wing Lake Developmental Center
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6490 Wing Lake Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
(248) 341-7900
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
(248) 341-7900
Gr: PK-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #1515.
Hart Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6500 Sheldon Rd
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-4500
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-4500
Gr: 6-12 | 1,016 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #1616.
Bloomfield Hills High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4200 Andover Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
(248) 341-5600
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
(248) 341-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,567 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #1717.
Athens High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4333 John R Rd
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-2900
Troy, MI 48085
(248) 823-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,488 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1818.
South Lyon High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 N Lafayette St
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8150
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8150
Gr: 9-12 | 1,253 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #1919.
Reuther Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1430 E Auburn Rd
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 726-4700
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 726-4700
Gr: 6-12 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #2020.
Berkley High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2325 Catalpa Dr
Berkley, MI 48072
(248) 837-8100
Berkley, MI 48072
(248) 837-8100
Gr: 7-12 | 1,193 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #2121.
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 | 2,097 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #2222.
South Lyon East High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
52000 10 Mile Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8700
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,181 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #2323.
University High School Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19301 W 12 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-4370
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-4370
Gr: 9-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2424.
Clarkston High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6093 Flemings Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Gr: 7-12 | 1,560 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #2525.
Walled Lake Northern High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6000 Bogie Lake Rd
Commerce Township, MI 48382
(248) 956-5300
Commerce Township, MI 48382
(248) 956-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,457 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #2626.
Royal Oak High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Lexington Blvd
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 435-8500
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 435-8500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,338 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #2727.
Rochester Community Schools Virtual Campus
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 John R Rd
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 726-5916
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 726-5916
Gr: K-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #2828.
Milford High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2380 S Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8091
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8091
Gr: 7-12 | 1,242 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #29 - 3029. - 30.
Career Preparation
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
41500 Gardenbrook Rd
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 449-1717
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 449-1717
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #29 - 3029. - 30.
Kennedy Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16229 Mount Vernon St
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 746-8828
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 746-8828
Gr: PK-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #3131.
Walled Lake Central High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 E Oakley Park Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4700
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4700
Gr: 8-12 | 1,135 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #3232.
Farmington High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32000 Shiawassee Rd
Farmington, MI 48336
(248) 489-3455
Farmington, MI 48336
(248) 489-3455
Gr: 9-12 | 1,471 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #3333.
Lamphere Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
29685 Tawas St
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-3155
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-3155
Gr: 5-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #34 - 3534. - 35.
Madison Preparatory High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
915 E 11 Mile Rd
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 543-5465
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 543-5465
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #34 - 3534. - 35.
Oxford Crossroads Day School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
810 James Hunt Dr
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-1812
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-1812
Gr: K-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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Oakland County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
27700 Southfield Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 569-0089
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 569-0089
Gr: K-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
20820 Greenfield
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 968-0440
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 968-0440
Gr: 9-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
21700 Marlow St
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 547-2323
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 547-2323
Gr: K-5
21300 Mendota Ave
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-9358
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-9358
Gr: 9-12
18330 George Washington Dr
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 557-6121
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 557-6121
Gr: K-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
3000 Sashabaw Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-1649
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-1649
Gr: K-8 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
3810 Clintonville Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-8900
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-8900
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Adult Education Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
7071 Orchard Lake Rd Ste 120
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
(248) 539-2390
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
(248) 539-2390
Gr: 9-12
32400 Alameda St
Farmington, MI 48336
(248) 489-3808
Farmington, MI 48336
(248) 489-3808
Gr: PK
Alice B Beal Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
31201 Dorchester
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-1990
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-1990
Gr: Inquire with school | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
27225 Evergreen Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Gr: 6-8
154 Lake St
Pontiac, MI 48341
(248) 977-5251
Pontiac, MI 48341
(248) 977-5251
Gr: 9-12
2029 N. Milford Road
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8040
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8040
Gr: K-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Aspire Leadership Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
21705 Evergreen Rd
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 746-0012
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 746-0012
Gr: 7-8 | 1 student
14700 W. Lincoln Street
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8400
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8400
Gr: K-2 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Avondale Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1435 W Auburn Road
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6600
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 537-6600
Gr: 6-12
Avondale Community Education (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2950 Waukegan Street
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 852-6620
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 852-6620
Gr: Inquire with school | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
22750 Highland Street
Hazel Park, MI 48030
(248) 544-5328
Hazel Park, MI 48030
(248) 544-5328
Gr: 7-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
155 East Glass Rd
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1860
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1860
Gr: K-4 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
1121 Mohawk Avenue
Royal Oak, MI 48067
(248) 541-3235
Royal Oak, MI 48067
(248) 541-3235
Gr: K-5 | 136 students Minority enrollment: 4%
14700 Lincoln St
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8900
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8900
Gr: PK
4200 Andover Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
(248) 341-5500
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
(248) 341-5500
Gr: 7-12 | 942 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
3456 Lahser Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
(248) 341-5700
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
(248) 341-5700
Gr: 7-12 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
18575 W 9 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 746-8730
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 746-8730
Gr: PK-9 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
209 Varsity Dr
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1870
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1870
Gr: K-8 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Brandon Education Center (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
155 E Glass Rd
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1860
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1860
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
300 South St
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1840
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1840
Gr: 4-6 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
1000 Hill Rd
White Lake, MI 48383
(248) 684-8050
White Lake, MI 48383
(248) 684-8050
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
581 South Winding Dr
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5110
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5110
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Bussey Center For Early Child Education (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
19080 West 12 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7350
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7350
Gr: K | 3 students
C. Robert Maxfield Training Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
33000 Thomas St
Farmington, MI 48336
(248) 489-3402
Farmington, MI 48336
(248) 489-3402
Gr: K-12
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Oakland County, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Oakland County, MI include International Academy, Troy High School and Rochester Adams High School. Oakland County has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Michigan.
How many public high schools are located in Oakland County?
109 public high schools are located in Oakland County.
What is the racial composition of students in Oakland County?
Oakland County public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Oakland County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Oakland County include: Athens High School vs. Troy High School, Madison High School vs. Lamphere High School, University High School vs. University High School Academy
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