For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,232 students in 48609, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48609, MI are Robert B Havens Elementary School, Michael J Mcgivney and Shields Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48609 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48609, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48609, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert B Havens Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
457 Van Wormer Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4201
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4201
Grades: PK-5
| 391 students
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
Grades: K-12
| 18 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #44.
Swan Valley Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
453 Van Wormer Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2601
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2601
Grades: 6-8
| 386 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48609, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48609, MI include Robert B Havens Elementary School, Michael J Mcgivney and Shields Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48609?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48609.
What is the racial composition of students in 48609?
48609 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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