For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,175 students in 48327, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 69 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48327, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48327, MI are Beaumont Elementary School, Haviland Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48327 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48327, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48327, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beaumont Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6532 Elizabeth Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-6822
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-6822
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Haviland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5305 Cass Elizabeth Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-2620
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-2620
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5280 Farm Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 674-0805
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 674-0805
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Knudsen Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5449 Crescent Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-7300
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-7300
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48327, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48327, MI include Beaumont Elementary School, Haviland Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48327?
4 public schools are located in 48327.
What percentage of students in 48327 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48327 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48327?
48327 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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