For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,225 students in 48611, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 212 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 48611, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48611, MI are Auburn Elementary School, Bay City Western High School and Western Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48611 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48611, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48611, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Auburn Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 E Midland Rd
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4921
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4921
Gr: K-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Bay City Western High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 W Midland Rd
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4481
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 1,033 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Western Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 W Midland Rd
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4489
Auburn, MI 48611
(989) 662-4489
Gr: 6-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
48611, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48611, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48611, MI include Auburn Elementary School, Bay City Western High School and Western Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48611?
3 public schools are located in 48611.
What percentage of students in 48611 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 48611 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48611?
48611 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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