For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,781 students in 48609, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 85 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48609, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48609, MI are Robert B Havens Elementary School, Swan Valley Middle School and Michael J Mcgivney. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48609 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48609, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48609, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robert B Havens Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
457 Van Wormer Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4201
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4201
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Swan Valley Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
453 Van Wormer Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2601
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2601
Gr: 6-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Michael J Mcgivney
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
925 N River Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 781-2780
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 781-2780
Gr: K-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8400 Ohern Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2471
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2471
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Shields Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6900 Stroebel Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4701
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4701
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Swan Valley High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8400 Ohern Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2401
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2401
Gr: 9-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48609, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48609, MI include Robert B Havens Elementary School, Swan Valley Middle School and Michael J Mcgivney.
How many public schools are located in 48609?
6 public schools are located in 48609.
What percentage of students in 48609 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48609 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48609?
48609 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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