For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,986 students in 48506, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 227 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48506, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48506, MI are Kearsley High School, Leota Fiedler Elementary School and Kate Dowdall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48506 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48506, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48506, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kearsley High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4302 Underhill Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-5313
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-5313
Gr: 9-12 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Leota Fiedler Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6317 Nightingale Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9925
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9925
Gr: 4-6 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Kate Dowdall Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3333 Shillelagh Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-2274
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-2274
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Armstrong Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6161 Hopkins Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9929
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9929
Gr: 6-8 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Potter School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 N Averill Ave
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1813
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1813
Gr: PK-6 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Richfield Public School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3807 N Center Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 736-1281
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 736-1281
Gr: 3-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Kearsley Virtual Academy
Alternative School
4302 Underhill Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-5308
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-5308
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
48506, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1501 Davison Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1435
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1435
Gr: PK-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
5323 Western Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-5305
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-5305
Gr: 7-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Paro Educational Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
G-5340 N. Genesee Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9928
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9928
Gr: 7-12 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
3701 N. Averill Avenue
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1817
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1817
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
4235 Crosby Rd G
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9922
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9922
Gr: 2-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
1400 North Vernon Ave
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1381
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1381
Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48506, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48506, MI include Kearsley High School, Leota Fiedler Elementary School and Kate Dowdall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48506?
7 public schools are located in 48506.
What percentage of students in 48506 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48506 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48506?
48506 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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