For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 824 students in Ottawa Lake, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Ottawa Lake, MI are Whiteford Elementary School, Whiteford High School and Whiteford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ottawa Lake, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Ottawa Lake have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Ottawa Lake, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whiteford Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6655 Consear Rd
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #22.
Whiteford High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6655 Consear Rd
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Grades: 9-12
| 269 students
Rank: #33.
Whiteford Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6655 Consear Rd
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
(734) 856-1443
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ottawa Lake, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Ottawa Lake, MI include Whiteford Elementary School, Whiteford High School and Whiteford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Ottawa Lake?
3 public schools are located in Ottawa Lake.
What is the racial composition of students in Ottawa Lake?
Ottawa Lake public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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