For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,626 students in 48601, MI.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle schools in zipcode 48601 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48601, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48601, MI Public Middle 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: 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%
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 middle schools in 48601, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48601, MI include Mg Millet Learning Center, Francis Reh Psa and Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah.
How many public middle schools are located in 48601?
6 public middle schools are located in 48601.
What is the racial composition of students in 48601?
48601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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