For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,153 students in Oakland, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 107 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Oakland, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Oakland, MI are Delta Kelly Elementary School and Oakview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oakland, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Oakland have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Oakland, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delta Kelly Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3880 Adams Rd
Oakland, MI 48363
(248) 726-3500
Oakland, MI 48363
(248) 726-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Oakview Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
917 Lake George Rd
Oakland, MI 48363
(248) 693-0321
Oakland, MI 48363
(248) 693-0321
Gr: 6-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Oakland, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Oakland, MI include Delta Kelly Elementary School and Oakview Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Oakland?
2 public schools are located in Oakland.
What percentage of students in Oakland go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Oakland are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oakland?
Oakland public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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