For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,515 students in 48362, MI (there are , serving 411 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 48362, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48362, MI are Webber School, Paint Creek Elementary School and Blanche Sims Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48362 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48362, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48362, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Webber School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3191 W Clarkston Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 391-0400
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 391-0400
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
Rank: #22.
Paint Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2800 Indianwood Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 814-1724
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 814-1724
Grades: PK-5
| 532 students
Rank: #33.
Blanche Sims Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
465 E Jackson St
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 693-5460
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 693-5460
Grades: K-5
| 438 students
Rank: #44.
Pine Tree Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
590 Pine Tree Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 693-5470
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 693-5470
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
48362, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
590 Pine Tree Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 693-5470
Lake Orion, MI 48362
(248) 693-5470
Grades: K-5
| 429 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48362, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48362, MI include Webber School, Paint Creek Elementary School and Blanche Sims Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48362?
4 public schools are located in 48362.
What percentage of students in 48362 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 48362 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48362?
48362 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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