For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,214 students in 48328, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48328, MI are Virtual Learning Academy Consortium, Donelson Hills Elementary School and Oakside Prep Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48328 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48328, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48328, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
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 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Oakside Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
355 Summit Dr
Waterford, MI 48328
(616) 304-6601
Waterford, MI 48328
(616) 304-6601
Gr: K-11 | 1,362 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
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 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48328, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48328, MI include Virtual Learning Academy Consortium, Donelson Hills Elementary School and Oakside Prep Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48328?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48328.
What is the racial composition of students in 48328?
48328 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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