For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,015 students in 48603, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48603, MI are Saginaw County Juvenile Center, Saginaw Isd Transitions Center and Weiss Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48603 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48603, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48603, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saginaw County Juvenile Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3360 Hospital Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7461
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7461
Gr: 4-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Saginaw Isd Transitions Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3860 Fashion Square Blvd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Gr: K-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Weiss Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4645 Weiss St
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 793-5226
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 793-5226
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
3870 Shattuck Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-2382
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-2382
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
48603, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Program For Academic And Lifeskills High School (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
3860 Fashion Square Blvd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48603, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48603, MI include Saginaw County Juvenile Center, Saginaw Isd Transitions Center and Weiss Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48603?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48603.
What is the racial composition of students in 48603?
48603 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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