For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,914 students in 48604, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48604, MI are Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Zilwaukee K8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48604 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48604, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48604, MI Public Elementary 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.
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: #44.
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 elementary schools in 48604, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48604, MI include Carrollton Middle School, North Saginaw Charter Academy and Zilwaukee K8 School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48604?
4 public elementary schools are located in 48604.
What is the racial composition of students in 48604?
48604 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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