For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 955 students in 48601, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48601, MI are Francis Reh Psa, International Academy Of Saginaw and Saginaw Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48601 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48601, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48601, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Francis Reh Psa
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Owen St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-2349
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-2349
Gr: PK-12 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
International Academy Of Saginaw
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1944 Iowa Ave
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 921-1000
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 921-1000
Gr: PK-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 74:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Saginaw Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5173 Lodge St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 752-9600
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 752-9600
Gr: PK-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
48601, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Saginaw Middle School (Closed)
Special Education School
3100 Webber St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6000
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48601, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48601, MI include Francis Reh Psa, International Academy Of Saginaw and Saginaw Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48601?
3 public charter schools are located in 48601.
What is the racial composition of students in 48601?
48601 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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