For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,164 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48611, MI Public Schools (2026)
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 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 | 1,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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