For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,535 students in 48604, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48604, MI are North Saginaw Charter Academy, Zilwaukee School and Carrollton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48604 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48604, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48604, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Saginaw Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2332 Trautner Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Gr: PK-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Zilwaukee School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 W Johnson St
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 399-5200
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 399-5200
Gr: PK-6 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Carrollton Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3211 Carla Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-2425
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 754-2425
Gr: PK-5 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48604, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48604, MI include North Saginaw Charter Academy, Zilwaukee School and Carrollton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48604?
3 public preschools are located in 48604.
What is the racial composition of students in 48604?
48604 public preschools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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