For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,879 students in 48604, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48604, MI are Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Zilwaukee School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48604 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48604, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48604, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
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.
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: #44.
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%
48604, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48604, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48604, MI include Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Zilwaukee School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48604?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48604.
What is the racial composition of students in 48604?
48604 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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