For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,310 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48604, MI Public Schools (2026)
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 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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: PK-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 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 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Zilwaukee 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-6 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
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 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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