For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,463 students in 48706, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48706, MI are John Glenn High School, Bangor Township Virtual School and State Street Academy. 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 20% (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 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48706 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Glenn High 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
| 893 students
Rank: #22.
Bangor Township Virtual School
Alternative 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
| 156 students
Rank: #33.
State Street Academy
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-10
| 259 students
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
Grades: PK-12
| 95 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 60 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
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 high schools in 48706, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48706, MI include John Glenn High School, Bangor Township Virtual School and State Street Academy.
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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