For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 718 students in 48329, MI (there are , serving 3,843 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in 48329, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private school in 48329, MI is Our Lady Of The Lakes Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
75% of private schools in 48329, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of the Nazarene).
Top-Ranked 48329 Michigan 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5495 Dixie Hwy
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-0340
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-0340
Gr: PK-12 | 473 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Airport Road Day Care Center
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
2840 Airport Road
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-6161
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 673-6161
Gr: NS | 110 students
My School
Daycare / Preschool
3101 W Walton Blvd
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-4738
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 674-4738
Gr: K | 4 students
Oakdale Academy
(Christian)
3200 Beacham Dr
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 481-9039
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 481-9039
Gr: PK-12 | 131 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 48329, MI?
The top-ranked private schools in 48329, MI is Our Lady Of The Lakes Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 48329?
4 private schools are located in 48329.
What percentage of students in 48329 go to private school?
16% of all K-12 students in 48329 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 48329?
75% of private schools in 48329 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of the Nazarene).
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