Summary:
Zip code 48393 in Wixom, Michigan is served by two elementary schools—Loon Lake Elementary School and Wixom Elementary School—both part of the highly-rated Walled Lake Consolidated Schools district, which ranks in the top 15% of Michigan districts.
For parents comparing the two, Loon Lake Elementary School (serving grades K-5, 496 students) is the more consistent academic performer. It holds a 4-star rating and ranks in the 81st percentile statewide, with standout results in 4th grade ELA (68.5% proficiency, 27 points above the state) and 5th grade Social Studies (52.3% proficiency, nearly double the state average). It also has a lower chronic absenteeism rate (13.4%) and a lower free/reduced lunch rate (18.35%). In contrast, Wixom Elementary School (serving grades PK-5, 438 students) shows notable strengths in math—particularly 3rd grade (59.2% proficiency) and 5th grade (50.8%)—and made a dramatic turnaround, jumping 141 positions in state ranking to reach the 77th percentile and 4 stars in 2025-2026. However, Wixom shows more year-to-year volatility, has a higher free/reduced lunch rate (30.37%), and struggles significantly in 5th grade Social Studies (24.1% proficiency, below the state average).
Both schools exceed state averages in most subjects, reflecting the strength of the district. The most striking gap between them is in 5th grade Social Studies—a 28-point difference—suggesting a curriculum or instructional disparity within the same district. Wixom also has a higher chronic absenteeism rate (18.3% vs. 13.4%), which may warrant targeted intervention. Per-student spending is nearly identical (~$15,600-$15,800), yet outcomes differ, pointing to factors like student demographics and school culture rather than funding. For parents, Loon Lake currently offers more predictable, higher overall achievement, while Wixom’s recent momentum in math and ELA makes it a school to watch.
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