For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,110 students in Ortonville, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 87 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Ortonville, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Ortonville, MI are Brandon High School, Harveyswanson Elementary School and Oakwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ortonville, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Ortonville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ortonville, MI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brandon High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1025 S Ortonville Rd
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1820
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1820
Grades: 7-12
| 733 students
Rank: #22.
Harveyswanson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
209 Varsity Dr
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1850
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1850
Grades: PK-5
| 515 students
Rank: #33.
Oakwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2839 Oakwood Rd
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1880
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1880
Grades: PK-5
| 442 students
Rank: #44.
Brandon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
609 S Ortonville Rd
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1830
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1830
Grades: 6-8
| 411 students
Rank: n/an/a
Brandon Adult Transition Program
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1025 S Ortonville Rd
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1855
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1855
Grades: Inquire with school
| 9 students
Ortonville, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
155 East Glass Rd
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1860
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1860
Grades: K-4
| 247 students
209 Varsity Dr
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1870
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1870
Grades: K-8
| 84 students
Brandon Education Center (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
155 E Glass Rd
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1860
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1860
Grades: 9-12
| 67 students
300 South St
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1840
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1840
Grades: 4-6
| 534 students
209 Varsity Drive
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1850
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 627-1850
Grades: K-4
| 510 students
48 South Street
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 289-5521
Ortonville, MI 48462
(248) 289-5521
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ortonville, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Ortonville, MI include Brandon High School, Harveyswanson Elementary School and Oakwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ortonville?
5 public schools are located in Ortonville.
What percentage of students in Ortonville go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Ortonville are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ortonville?
Ortonville public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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