Best 48708 Michigan Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,605 students in 48708, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48708, MI are Bay City Central High School, Bay City Academy Farragut Campus and Bay City Eastern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48708 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48708, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48708 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bay City Central High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 48708, MI Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bay City Central High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1624 Columbus Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-9541
Gr: 9-12 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
301 N Farragut St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-8254
Gr: PK-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Bay City Eastern High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
201 Woodside Ln
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
North Central Academy Campus
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5055 Corey Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 584-2080
Gr: K-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48708 Michigan

48708, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
400 N. Madison Avenue
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-5480
Gr: 6-9 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
120 N Jackson St
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 631-4746
111 N Madison Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 631-4746
Gr: PK-K | 33 students Minority enrollment: 27%
201 Woodside Ln
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550
Gr: 9-12
201 Woodside Lane
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-7515
Gr: Inquire with school | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Jefferson Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
325 Park Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Gr: K | 1 student
325 Park Avenue
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Gr: Inquire with school | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48708, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48708, MI include Bay City Central High School, Bay City Academy Farragut Campus and Bay City Eastern High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48708?
4 public high schools are located in 48708.
What is the racial composition of students in 48708?
48708 public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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