For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,184 students in 48327, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 64 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48327, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48327, MI are Riverside Elementary School, Beaumont Elementary School and Knudsen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48327 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48327, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48327, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5280 Farm Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 674-0805
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 674-0805
Grades: PK-5
| 306 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Beaumont Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6532 Elizabeth Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-6822
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-6822
Grades: PK-5
| 284 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Knudsen Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5449 Crescent Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-7300
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-7300
Grades: K-5
| 243 students
Rank: #44.
Haviland Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5305 Cass Elizabeth Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-2620
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-2620
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
48327, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5195 Pontiac Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-5220
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-5220
Grades: 4-5
| 255 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48327, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48327, MI include Riverside Elementary School, Beaumont Elementary School and Knudsen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48327?
4 public schools are located in 48327.
What percentage of students in 48327 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48327 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48327?
48327 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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