For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,424 students in 48708, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48708, MI are Hampton Elementary School, Bay City Academy Farragut Campus and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48708 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48708, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48708, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hampton Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1908 W Youngs Ditch Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-1100
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 N Farragut St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-8254
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-8254
Gr: PK-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1821 Mckinley St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2744
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2744
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Macgregor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Fremont St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-1558
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-1558
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
48708, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 N. Madison Avenue
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-5480
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-5480
Gr: 6-9 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
111 N Madison Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 631-4746
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 631-4746
Gr: PK-K | 33 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Bay City Virtual School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
201 Woodside Ln
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550
Gr: 9-12
201 Woodside Lane
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-7515
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
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Gr: K | 1 student
325 Park Avenue
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
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 preschools in 48708, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48708, MI include Hampton Elementary School, Bay City Academy Farragut Campus and Washington Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48708?
4 public preschools are located in 48708.
What is the racial composition of students in 48708?
48708 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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