For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,981 students in 48329, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48329, MI are Cooley Elementary School, Schoolcraft Elementary School and Waterford Montessori Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48329 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48329, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48329, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cooley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2000 Highfield Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-0300
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-0300
Grades: K-5
| 408 students
Rank: #22.
Schoolcraft Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6400 Maceday Dr
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-6211
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-6211
Grades: PK-5
| 403 students
Rank: #33.
Waterford Montessori Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4860 Midland Ave
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2400
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2400
Grades: PK-5
| 191 students
Rank: #44.
Grayson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 W Walton Blvd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0200
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0200
Grades: K-5
| 462 students
Rank: #55.
Pierce Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5145 Hatchery Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0331
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0331
Grades: 6-8
| 745 students
Rank: #66.
Mason Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3835 W Walton Blvd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2281
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2281
Grades: 6-8
| 740 students
Rank: #77.
Kingsley Montgomery School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4265 Halkirk Dr
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-9660
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-9660
Grades: PK-12
| 32 students
48329, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Waterford (Closed 2023)
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 elementary schools in 48329, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48329, MI include Cooley Elementary School, Schoolcraft Elementary School and Waterford Montessori Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48329?
7 public elementary schools are located in 48329.
What is the racial composition of students in 48329?
48329 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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