For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,210 students in 48604, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48604, MI are Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Zilwaukee K8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48604 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48604, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48604, MI Public Middle 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 | 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.
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%
48604, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48604, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48604, MI include Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Zilwaukee K8 School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48604?
3 public middle schools are located in 48604.
What is the racial composition of students in 48604?
48604 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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