For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,027 students in 48638, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 133 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 48638, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48638, MI are Hemmeter Elementary School, White Pine Middle School and Arrowwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48638 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48638, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48638, MI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hemmeter Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1890 Hemmeter Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1832
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1832
Grades: PK-5
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
White Pine Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 N Center Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1814
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1814
Grades: 6-8
| 940 students
Rank: #33.
Arrowwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5410 Seidel Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1835
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1835
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: n/an/a
Westdale Elementary School
Magnet School
705 S Center Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1827
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1827
Grades: PK-5
| 327 students
48638, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
West Saginaw County Special Ed Area (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
6235 Gratiot Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 249-8704
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 249-8704
Grades: K-12
| 164 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48638, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48638, MI include Hemmeter Elementary School, White Pine Middle School and Arrowwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48638?
4 public schools are located in 48638.
What percentage of students in 48638 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 48638 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48638?
48638 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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