For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,176 students in 48390, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 415 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 48390, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48390, MI are Oakley Park Elementary School, Glengary Elementary School and Walled Lake Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48390 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48390, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48390, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakley Park Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2015 E Oakley Park Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4100
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4100
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Glengary Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3070 Woodbury St
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-3100
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-3100
Gr: K-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Walled Lake Central High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 E Oakley Park Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4700
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,182 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Walled Lake Western High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Beck Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4400
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,033 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Walled Lake Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1055 W West Maple Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4300
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
James R Geisler Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
46720 W Pontiac Trl
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-2900
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-2900
Gr: 6-12 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1655 Decker Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-3300
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-3300
Gr: K-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
Walled Lake Schools Special Services
Special Education School
850 Ladd Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-2169
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-2169
Gr: 2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48390, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48390, MI include Oakley Park Elementary School, Glengary Elementary School and Walled Lake Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 48390?
8 public schools are located in 48390.
What percentage of students in 48390 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 48390 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48390?
48390 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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