For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,936 students in 48706, MI (there are 7 private schools, serving 955 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 48706, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48706, MI are Bangor West Central School, Mackensen Elementary School and Kolb Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48706 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48706, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48706, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bangor West Central School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3175 Wilder Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-3373
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-3373
Grades: K-5
| 356 students
Rank: #22.
Mackensen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5535 Dennis Dr
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-4941
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-4941
Grades: K-5
| 245 students
Rank: #33.
Kolb Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
305 W Crump St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 893-9518
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 893-9518
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: #44.
Bangor Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2771 N Euclid Ave
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-7639
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-7639
Grades: K-5
| 317 students
Rank: #55.
Mcalearsawden Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Midland Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-7702
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-7702
Grades: PK-5
| 352 students
Rank: #66.
John Glenn High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 849 students
Rank: #77.
Bangor Township Virtual School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4091 N Euclid Ave
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-8121
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-8121
Grades: K-12
| 140 students
Rank: #88.
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 657 students
Rank: #99.
State Street Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Grades: PK-9
| 258 students
Rank: #1010.
Bangor Central School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
208 State Park Dr
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-8891
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-8891
Grades: PK-5
| 327 students
Rank: #1111.
Handy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 685 students
Rank: #1212.
Isdlocal Programs
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
Grades: PK-12
| 86 students
Rank: #1313.
Linsday
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
607 Lasalle St
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-0692
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 684-0692
Grades: PK-5
| 125 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bay City Adult Educationctp
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
4155 Monitor Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-4770
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-4770
Grades: 9-12
| 62 students
48706, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
504 Revilo Drive
Bay City, MI 48706
(517) 684-4890
Bay City, MI 48706
(517) 684-4890
Grades: Inquire with school
| 18 students
Bay City Academy - Germania Campus (Closed 2016)
Charter School
311 Germania St
Bay City, MI 48706
(231) 218-4746
Bay City, MI 48706
(231) 218-4746
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4228 2 Mile Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-4410
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 686-4410
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4228 2 Mile Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 667-3208
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 667-3208
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1805 S. Raymond Street
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 893-3611
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 893-3611
Grades: K-5
| 132 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48706, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48706, MI include Bangor West Central School, Mackensen Elementary School and Kolb Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48706?
14 public schools are located in 48706.
What percentage of students in 48706 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 48706 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48706?
48706 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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