For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,766 students in 48706, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48706, MI are State Street Academy, Christa Mcauliffe Middle School and Handy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48706 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48706, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48706, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3281 Kiesel Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-7640
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-7640
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Handy Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 Blend St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-1723
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-1723
Gr: 6-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48706, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48706, MI include State Street Academy, Christa Mcauliffe Middle School and Handy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48706?
5 public middle schools are located in 48706.
What is the racial composition of students in 48706?
48706 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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