For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 411 students in 48609, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48609, MI are 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 middle schools in zipcode 48609 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48609, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48609, MI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48609, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48609, MI include Swan Valley Middle School and Michael J Mcgivney.
How many public middle schools are located in 48609?
2 public middle schools are located in 48609.
What is the racial composition of students in 48609?
48609 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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