For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,468 students in 48362, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 346 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 48362, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
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 54% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48362, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Webber School
(Math: 67% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Blanche Sims Elementary School
(Math: 49% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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
Gr: K-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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?
80% of all K-12 students in 48362 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48362?
48362 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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