Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Saginaw County Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 48 public elementary schools serving 17,192 students in Saginaw County, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Saginaw County, MI are Hemmeter Elementary School, Handley School and Saginaw Arts And Sciences Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saginaw County, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Saginaw County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Saginaw County (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hemmeter Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1890 Hemmeter Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1832
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Handley School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1300 Passolt St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4250
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Saginaw Arts And Sciences Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1903 N Niagara St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-5500
Gr: 6-12 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Mg Millet Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3660 Southfield Dr
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-2520
Gr: PK-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Lorenz C List School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
805 E Genesee St
Frankenmuth, MI 48734
(989) 652-6187
Gr: PK-4 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Robert B Havens Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
457 Van Wormer Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4201
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Kc Ling Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
835 N Pine St
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5235
Gr: 1-4 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #88.
Freeland Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
710 Powley Dr
Freeland, MI 48623
(989) 695-5371
Gr: 1-6 | 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #99.
Swan Valley Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
453 Van Wormer Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2601
Gr: 6-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #1010.
Ef Rittmueller Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
965 E Genesee St
Frankenmuth, MI 48734
(989) 652-6119
Gr: 5-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #1111.
Saginaw County Juvenile Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3360 Hospital Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7461
Gr: 4-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1212.
Michael J Mcgivney
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
925 N River Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 781-2780
Gr: K-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #1313.
Saginaw Isd Transitions Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3860 Fashion Square Blvd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Gr: K-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #1414.
Shields Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6900 Stroebel Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4701
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #1515.
Big Rock Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
920 E Broad St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-2430
Gr: PK-3 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #1616.
St. Charles Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
801 W Walnut St
Saint Charles, MI 48655
(989) 865-9210
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1717.
Chesaning Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
431 N 4th St
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-7040
Gr: 4-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1818.
Hemlock Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
535 N Maple St
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5253
Gr: 5-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #1919.
St. Charles Virtual School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
891 W Walnut St
Saint Charles, MI 48655
(989) 865-2415
Gr: 1-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 74:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #2020.
North Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
12440 Church St
Birch Run, MI 48415
(989) 624-9011
Gr: PK-4 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #2121.
Merrill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
325 W Alice St
Merrill, MI 48637
(989) 643-7283
Gr: PK-5 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #2222.
Marshall Greene Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8225 Main St
Birch Run, MI 48415
(989) 624-5821
Gr: 5-8 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #2323.
White Pine Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
505 N Center Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1814
Gr: 6-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #2424.
Arrowwood Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5410 Seidel Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1835
Gr: 1-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #2525.
Weiss Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4645 Weiss St
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 793-5226
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #2626.
Carrollton Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3211 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-9704
Gr: 6-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #2727.
North Saginaw Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2332 Trautner Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Gr: K-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #2828.
Merrill Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
755 W Alice St
Merrill, MI 48637
(989) 643-7231
Gr: 6-8 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #2929.
Zilwaukee K8 School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
500 W Johnson St
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 399-5200
Gr: PK-8 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #3030.
Carrollton Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3211 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-2425
Gr: PK-5 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #3131.
Francis Reh Psa
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2201 Owen St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-2349
Gr: PK-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #3232.
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah
(Math: 5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3675 Southfield Dr
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-1600
Gr: 6-8 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #3333.
Merrill Park Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Grout St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #3434.
The Success Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Tuscola St
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-4400
Gr: 5-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 56:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #3535.
Chester F Miller School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2020 Brockway St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4850
Gr: PK-6 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Show 13 more public schools in Saginaw County, MI (out of 48 total schools)
Loading...
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Saginaw County, MI

Saginaw County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
A.a. Claytor Elementary School (Closed 2005)
P.o. Box 14829
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-6479
Gr: 1-5 | 284 students
Academy For Technology And Enterprise (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
2102 Weiss Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-6150
Gr: 10-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 63:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Albee Elementary School (Closed 2011)
11540 Bueche Rd
Burt, MI 48417
(989) 770-4600
Gr: K-4
Anna M. Thurston Middle School (Closed 2016)
893 West Walnut St
Saint Charles, MI 48655
(989) 865-9927
Gr: 6-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Birch Run Early College High School (Closed 2015)
12450 Church St
Birch Run, MI 48415
(989) 624-9392
Gr: 11-12
Birch Run Post Secondary (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3860 Fashion Square Blvd
Birch Run, MI 48415
(989) 624-9307
Gr: Inquire with school | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Birch Run Preschool (Closed 2010)
8177 Racine Street
Birch Run, MI 48415
(989) 624-0273
Gr: PK
Brady Elementary School (Closed 2011)
17295 South Hemlock Rd
Oakley, MI 48649
(989) 845-7060
Gr: K-4
Bridgeport-spaulding Alternative Ed. High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1944 Iowa Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-0440
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Brucker - Base High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
6005 Fort Rd.
Birch Run, MI 48415
(989) 777-5520
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Brunkow Elementary School (Closed 2012)
3000 South 24th St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-5830
Gr: 2-5 | 198 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Buena Vista High School (Closed 2014)
3945 East Holland Rd
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 754-1493
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
C.c. Coulter Elementary School (Closed 2013)
1450 Bridgeton Rd
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4050
Gr: PK-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Ch' Ooshgai (Chuska) Community School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
225 N. 11th Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6450
Gr: Inquire with school
Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
3160 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-1475
Gr: PK
Emerson Elementary School (Closed 2005)
1422 Merrill Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 182 students
Fred M. Schrah School (Closed 2005)
P.o. Box 657
Bridgeport, MI 48722
(989) 777-1600
Gr: 1-4 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Fuerbringer School (Closed 2007)
2138 N. Carolina Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4150
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Heavenrich School (Closed 2015)
2435 Perkins St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Hemlock High School Early Middle College (Closed 2023)
733 N Hemlock Rd
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Gr: 11-12 | 58 students Minority enrollment: 2%
Henry Doerr Cdc Elementary School (Closed 2014)
3270 Perkins St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 755-5421
Gr: PK-3 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Hillier Educational Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
2316 Webber St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4400
Gr: 8-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Houghton Elementary School (Closed 2015)
1604 Johnson St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Jerome School (Closed 2014)
1515 Sweet St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
John Moore School (Closed 2005)
700 Court Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Jones School (Closed 2007)
1602 Cherry Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Longfellow School (Closed 2014)
1314 Brown St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Martha Longstreet School (Closed 2004)
504 Carroll Street
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Miller Elementary School (Closed 2007)
302 Fulton Street
Saint Charles, MI 48655
(989) 865-9981
Gr: K-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Morley School (Closed 2007)
2601 Lapeer Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4950
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Nelle Haley Elementary School (Closed 2008)
3240 Livingston Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
New Hope Public School Academy (Closed 2023)
3145 Russell St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(616) 785-8440
North Middle School (Closed 2007)
1101 N. Bond Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Phoenix Science And Technology Center (Closed 2014)
1925 South Outer Dr
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-6438
Gr: 4-8 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Plainfield Elementary School (Closed 2011)
2775 Shattuck Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-7630
Gr: K-5
Show 22 more closed public schools in Saginaw County, MI (out of 57 total schools)
Loading...

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Saginaw County, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Saginaw County, MI include Hemmeter Elementary School, Handley School and Saginaw Arts And Sciences Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in Saginaw County?
48 public elementary schools are located in Saginaw County.
What is the racial composition of students in Saginaw County?
Saginaw County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Saginaw County are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
Explore school choice vs. neighborhood schools in 2025. Learn key factors parents should weigh when deciding the best fit for their child.
Best School Match 2025: Public vs Charter vs Magnet
Best School Match 2025: Public vs Charter vs Magnet
Compare 2025 public, charter, and magnet school options with updated data, trends, and strategies to find the best fit.
Public School Boundaries and Equity in 2025
Public School Boundaries and Equity in 2025
Explore how public school boundaries shape access, equity, and opportunity for students in 2025. Learn the impact on families and education policy.

Quick Links

School Search Tools:
School by Type (MI):
Private & Boarding Schools:
State Links:

Most Popular Articles

Understanding Self-Contained Classrooms in Public Schools
Understanding Self-Contained Classrooms in Public Schools
 Changing Schools And Moving To A New Area
Changing Schools And Moving To A New Area
School Rankings by Category
School Rankings by Category
 How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
 Class Size: State Regulation of Class Size
Class Size: State Regulation of Class Size

More Articles

Evaluating Public Schools
Teaching
Public School Policies
Local School Topics
Parenting and Learning Issues