For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,263 students in 48390, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 433 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 48390, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
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 48% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), 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 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48390, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakley Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 402 students
Rank: #22.
Glengary Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
Rank: #33.
Walled Lake Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 E Oakley Park Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4700
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4700
Grades: 8-12
| 1,194 students
Rank: #44.
James R Geisler Middle School
Magnet 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
Grades: 6-10
| 562 students
Rank: #55.
Walled Lake Western High School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Beck Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4400
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,133 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School
Magnet 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
Grades: K-5
| 351 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Walled Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1055 W West Maple Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4300
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-4300
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
Rank: n/an/a
Walled Lake Schools Special Services
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
850 Ladd Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-2160
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-2160
Grades: 2
| n/a students
48390, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
615 North Pontiac Trl
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-5030
Walled Lake, MI 48390
(248) 956-5030
Grades: 6-12
| 38 students
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?
91% of all K-12 students in 48390 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48390?
48390 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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