For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 555 students in Ottawa Lake, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ottawa Lake, MI are Whiteford Elementary School and Whiteford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ottawa Lake, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ottawa Lake have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Ottawa Lake, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whiteford Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6655 Consear Rd
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #22.
Whiteford Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6655 Consear Rd
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Ottawa Lake, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ottawa Lake, MI include Whiteford Elementary School and Whiteford Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ottawa Lake?
2 public elementary schools are located in Ottawa Lake.
What is the racial composition of students in Ottawa Lake?
Ottawa Lake public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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