For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,489 students in 48706, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 48706, MI are John Glenn High School, State Street Academy and Isdlocal Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48706 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48706, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48706 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is John Glenn High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48706, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Glenn High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3201 Kiesel Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-7510
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-7510
Gr: 9-12 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
State Street Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1110 State St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6484
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-6484
Gr: PK-11 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Isdlocal Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4228 2 Mile Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 667-3276
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 667-3276
Gr: PK-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Bay City Adult Educationctp
Alternative School
4155 Monitor Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-4770
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-4770
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 48706, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 48706, MI include John Glenn High School, State Street Academy and Isdlocal Programs.
How many public high schools are located in 48706?
5 public high schools are located in 48706.
What is the racial composition of students in 48706?
48706 public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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