Top 25 Best Public Middle Schools in Oakland County, According to Niche

Selecting the right middle school is a key decision in a child’s educational journey, shaping their academic foundation and social growth. In Oakland County, some middle schools outperform others in crucial areas, according to Niche, a trusted website that analyzes school data.

This ranking highlights top-rated public middle schools in Oakland County, factoring in teacher quality, state test scores, student-to-teacher ratios, student diversity and more. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

This story was updated on Nov. 14, 2024 by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. Her work included updating the list with 2025 rankings and adding a graphic of the best public middle schools in Oakland County. Questions? Email katina@metroparent.com. 

Best public middle schools in Oakland County

1. Novi Middle School, Novi (A+)
2. Boulan Park Middle School, Troy (A+)
3. Smith Middle School, Troy (A+)
4. Novi Meadows School, Novi (A+)
5. Hillside Middle School, Northville (A+)
6. South Hills Middle School, Bloomfield Hills (A)
7. Larson Middle School, Troy (A)
8. North Hills Middle School, Bloomfield Hills (A)
9. Stoney Creek High School, Rochester (A)
10. Baker Middle School, Troy (A)
11. Scripps Middle School, Lake Orion (A)
12. Oakview Middle School, Oakland (A)
13. Waldon Middle School, Lake Orion (A)
14. Norup International School, Oak Park (A-)
15. Millennium Middle School, South Lyon (A-)
16. Power Middle School, Farmington Hills (A-)
17. James R. Geisler Middle School, Commerce Township (A-)
18. West Bloomfield Middle School, West Bloomfield Township (A-)
19. Sashabaw Middle School, Clarkston (A-)
20. Anderson Middle School, Berkley (A-)
21. Oxford Middle School, Oxford (A-)
22. Clifford H. Smart Middle School, Commerce Township (A-)
23. Centennial Middle School, South Lyon (B+)
24. Lakeland High School, White Lake (B+)
25. Muir Middle School, Milford (B+)

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