For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,363 students in 48604, MI (there are , serving 185 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 48604, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48604, MI are Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Carrollton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48604 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48604, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48604, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carrollton Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3211 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-9704
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-9704
Grades: 6-8
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
North Saginaw Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2332 Trautner Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Grades: K-8
| 596 students
Rank: #33.
Carrollton High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1235 Mapleridge Rd
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-3433
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 753-3433
Grades: 9-12
| 449 students
Rank: #44.
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
Grades: PK-8
| 273 students
Rank: #55.
Carrollton Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3211 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-2425
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-2425
Grades: PK-5
| 704 students
48604, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3160 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-1475
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-1475
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48604, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48604, MI include Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Carrollton High School.
How many public schools are located in 48604?
5 public schools are located in 48604.
What percentage of students in 48604 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 48604 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48604?
48604 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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