For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,333 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 83% 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 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
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 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
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: #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 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
48328, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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%
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 83% 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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