For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 2,964 students in 48601, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48601, MI are Mg Millet Learning Center, Francis Reh Psa and Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48601 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48601, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48601, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mg Millet Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3660 Southfield Dr
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-2520
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-2520
Gr: PK-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Francis Reh Psa
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Owen St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-2349
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-2349
Gr: PK-12 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah
(Math: 5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3675 Southfield Dr
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-1600
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-1600
Gr: 6-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Saginaw Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5173 Lodge St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 752-9600
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 752-9600
Gr: PK-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Arthur Eddy Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Cathay St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-5250
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Jessie Loomis School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Limerick St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4750
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4750
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Jessie Rouse School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
435 Randolph St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-5000
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Martin G Atkins Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3675 Southfield Dr
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-1600
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-1600
Gr: 2-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Saginaw Middle School
Special Education School
3100 Webber St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6000
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
3650 Southfield Dr
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-2811
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-2811
Gr: PK-1 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
48601, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
International Academy Of Saginaw (Closed 2025)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
1944 Iowa Ave
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 921-1000
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 921-1000
Gr: PK-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 74:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 48601, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48601, MI include Mg Millet Learning Center, Francis Reh Psa and Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48601?
11 public elementary schools are located in 48601.
What is the racial composition of students in 48601?
48601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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