For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 536 students in 48609, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48609, MI are Michael J Mcgivney, Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education and Swan Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48609 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48609, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48609 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Swan Valley High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48609, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Michael J Mcgivney
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
925 N River Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 781-2780
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 781-2780
Gr: K-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8400 Ohern Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2471
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2471
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Swan Valley High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8400 Ohern Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2401
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-2401
Gr: 9-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48609, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48609, MI include Michael J Mcgivney, Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education and Swan Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48609?
3 public high schools are located in 48609.
What is the racial composition of students in 48609?
48609 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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