For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,515 students in 48362, MI.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 48362 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48362, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48362, MI Public Elementary 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 elementary schools in 48362, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48362, MI include Webber School, Paint Creek Elementary School and Blanche Sims Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48362?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48362.
What is the racial composition of students in 48362?
48362 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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