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Best 48329 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,952 students in 48329, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48329, MI are Cooley Elementary School, Schoolcraft Elementary School and Grayson Elementary School. 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 28% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), 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 38% (majority Black).

Best 48329, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cooley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2000 Highfield Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-0300
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Schoolcraft Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6400 Maceday Dr
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-6211
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Grayson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3800 W Walton Blvd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0200
Gr: K-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Waterford Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4860 Midland Ave
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Pierce Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5145 Hatchery Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-0331
Gr: 6-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3835 W Walton Blvd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-2281
Gr: 6-8 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #77.
Kingsley Montgomery School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4265 Halkirk Dr
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-9660
Gr: PK-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48329 Michigan

48329, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy Of Waterford (Closed 2023)
3000 Sashabaw Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-1649
Gr: K-8 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Adams Elementary School (Closed 2015)
3810 Clintonville Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-8900
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frank J. Manley Campus Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2989 Van Zandt
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-6347
Gr: 9-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Stepanski Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
6010 Hatchery
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 666-9593
Gr: PK
Waterford Village Elementary School (Closed 2015)
4241 Steffens Rd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-1091
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%

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 Grayson Elementary School.
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 38% (majority Black).

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