For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,363 students in 48604, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 185 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48604, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48604, MI are Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Carrollton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48604 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48604, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48604, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carrollton Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3211 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-9704
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-9704
Gr: 6-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
North Saginaw Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2332 Trautner Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Gr: K-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Carrollton High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1235 Mapleridge Rd
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-3433
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-3433
Gr: 9-12 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Zilwaukee K8 School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 W Johnson St
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 399-5200
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 399-5200
Gr: PK-8 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Carrollton Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3211 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-2425
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-2425
Gr: PK-5 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
48604, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48604, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48604, MI include Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Carrollton High School.
How many public schools are located in 48604?
5 public schools are located in 48604.
What percentage of students in 48604 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48604 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48604?
48604 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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