For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,656 students in 48708, MI (there are 5 private schools, serving 544 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 48708, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48708, MI are Hampton Elementary School, Bay City Central High School and Bay City Academy Farragut Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48708 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48708, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48708, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hampton Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1908 W Youngs Ditch Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-1100
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bay City Central High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1624 Columbus Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-9541
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-9541
Gr: 9-12 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 N Farragut St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-8254
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-8254
Gr: PK-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Bay City Eastern High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 Woodside Ln
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
North Central Academy Campus
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5055 Corey Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 584-2080
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 584-2080
Gr: K-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1821 Mckinley St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2744
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2744
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Macgregor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Fremont St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-1558
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-1558
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
48708, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jefferson Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
325 Park Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Gr: K | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48708, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48708, MI include Hampton Elementary School, Bay City Central High School and Bay City Academy Farragut Campus.
How many public schools are located in 48708?
7 public schools are located in 48708.
What percentage of students in 48708 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 48708 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48708?
48708 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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