For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,966 students in 48329, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 647 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 48329, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 48329, MI are Cooley Elementary School, Schoolcraft Elementary School and Grayson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48329 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 48329, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 48329, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Cooley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2000 Highfield Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-0300
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-0300
Grades: K-5
| 387 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Schoolcraft Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6400 Maceday Dr
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-6211
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-6211
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Grayson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3800 W Walton Blvd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0200
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0200
Grades: K-5
| 426 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Waterford Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4860 Midland Ave
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2400
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2400
Grades: PK-5
| 190 students
Rank: #55.
Pierce Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5145 Hatchery Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0331
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0331
Grades: 6-8
| 737 students
Rank: #66.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3835 West Walton Blvd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2281
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2281
Grades: 6-8
| 772 students
Rank: #77.
Waterford Kettering High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Kettering Dr
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-1261
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-1261
Grades: 7-12
| 1,016 students
Rank: #88.
Kingsley Montgomery School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4265 Halkirk
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-9660
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-9660
Grades: PK-12
| 38 students
48329, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Waterford (Closed 2021)
Charter School
3000 Sashabaw Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-1649
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-1649
Grades: K-8
| 117 students
3810 Clintonville Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-8900
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-8900
Grades: PK-5
| 404 students
2989 Van Zandt
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-6347
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-6347
Grades: 9-12
| 250 students
6010 Hatchery
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 666-9593
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 666-9593
Grades: PK
| n/a students
4241 Steffens Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-1091
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-1091
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48329, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48329, MI include Cooley Elementary School, Schoolcraft Elementary School and Grayson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48329, MI?
8 public schools are located in 48329, MI.
What percentage of students in 48329, MI go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 48329, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48329, MI?
48329, MI public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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