For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,646 students in 48603, MI (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,321 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 48603, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48603, MI are Great Lakes Bay Early College, Saginaw County Juvenile Center and Saginaw Isd Transitions Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48603 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48603, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48603, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Great Lakes Bay Early College
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1961 Delta Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 686-9146
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 686-9146
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Saginaw County Juvenile Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3360 Hospital Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7461
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7461
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Saginaw Isd Transitions Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3860 Fashion Square Blvd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Gr: K-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Heritage High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3465 N Center Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-5790
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-5790
Gr: 9-12 | 1,313 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Mackinaw High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2775 Shattuck Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-8470
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-8470
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Weiss Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4645 Weiss St
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 793-5226
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 793-5226
Gr: 3-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: n/an/a
3870 Shattuck Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-2382
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 799-2382
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48603, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48603, MI include Great Lakes Bay Early College, Saginaw County Juvenile Center and Saginaw Isd Transitions Center.
How many public schools are located in 48603?
7 public schools are located in 48603.
What percentage of students in 48603 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 48603 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48603?
48603 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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