For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,443 students in 48328, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 48328, MI are Virtual Learning Academy Consortium, Waterford Mott High School and Donelson Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48328 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48328, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48328, MI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Virtual Learning Academy Consortium
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2111 Pontiac Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2037
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2037
Gr: K-12 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Waterford Mott High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1151 Scott Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-4134
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-4134
Gr: 9-12 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Donelson Hills Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2690 Wewoka Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-9530
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-9530
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Oakside Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
355 Summit Dr
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 706-2000
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 706-2000
Gr: K-12 | 1,424 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Momentum Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
60 S Lynn Ave
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5000
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Waterford Durant High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 N Cass Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-6347
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-6347
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Waterford Lifetracks Program Crary Campus
Special Education School
501 N Cass Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-3242
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-3242
Gr: Inquire with school | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
48328, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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%
3621 Pontiac Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-9450
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-9450
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
60 S Lynn Ave
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5000
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5000
Gr: PK-3 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Lutes Campus High School (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
501 North Cass Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-8738
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-8738
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Oakland County Center Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2111 Pontiac Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2533
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2533
Gr: K-12 | 107 students Minority enrollment: 26%
1355 Merry Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-0221
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-0221
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
501 N. Cass Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 706-4871
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 706-4871
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 56:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Waterford Montessori Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
4350 Elizabeth Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-2400
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-2400
Gr: K-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48328, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48328, MI include Virtual Learning Academy Consortium, Waterford Mott High School and Donelson Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48328?
7 public schools are located in 48328.
What is the racial composition of students in 48328?
48328 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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