Attending a diverse school district in Oakland County can significantly impact a child’s worldview, fostering cultural awareness, inclusivity and a broader perspective on life. A diverse learning environment helps students develop essential social skills, preparing them for an increasingly interconnected world.
Niche, a trusted platform for school and community rankings, has released its 2025 list of the Most Diverse School Districts in Oakland County. This annual ranking highlights the districts that excel in ethnic and economic diversity, offering valuable insights for parents, educators, and community members.
These statistics were calculated based on ethnic and economic diversity statistics by city from the U.S. Census. You can find the full methodology here.
Most diverse school districts in Oakland County
- Avondale School District, Auburn Hills (B-)
- Oakland Schools, Waterford (A+)
- West Bloomfield School District, West Bloomfield (A)
- Farmington Public Schools, Farmington (A-)
- Ferndale Public Schools, Ferndale (C+)
- Waterford School District, Waterford (C+)
- Troy School District, Troy (A+)
- Hazel Park Public Schools, Hazel Park (C-)
- Lamphere Public Schools, Madison Heights (B)
- Novi Community School District, Novi (A+)
- Pontiac City School District, Pontiac (C-)
- Madison District Public Schools, Madison Heights (C-)
- Walled Lake Consolidated School District, Walled Lake (A-)
- Waterford Montessori Academy, Waterford (B)
- Rochester Community School District, Rochester (A+)
- Bloomfield Hills Schools, Bloomfield Hills (A+)
- Clawson Public Schools, Clawson (B)
- Berkley School District, Oak Park (A)
- Lake Orion Community Schools, Lake Orion (A)
- Royal Oak Schools, Royal Oak (B-)
This story was updated on Feb. 18, 2025 by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. Her work included updating the list with 2025 Niche rankings and adding a graphic of the most diverse school districts in Oakland County. Questions? Email katina@metroparent.com.
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