For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,035 students in 48638, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48638, MI are Hemmeter Elementary School, White Pine Middle School and Arrowwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48638 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48638, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48638, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hemmeter Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1890 Hemmeter Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1832
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1832
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
White Pine Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 N Center Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1814
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1814
Gr: 6-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Arrowwood Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5410 Seidel Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1835
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1835
Gr: 1-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
705 S Center Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1827
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1827
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
48638, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
West Saginaw County Special Ed Area (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
6235 Gratiot Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 249-8704
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 249-8704
Gr: K-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 164:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48638, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48638, MI include Hemmeter Elementary School, White Pine Middle School and Arrowwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48638?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48638.
What is the racial composition of students in 48638?
48638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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