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Best 48708 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,656 students in 48708, MI (there are 5 private schools, serving 544 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 48708, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).

The top-ranked public schools in 48708, MI are Hampton Elementary School, Bay City Central High School and Bay City Academy Farragut Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 48708 have an score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48708, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.

Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 48708, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Hampton Elementary School

(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
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1908 W Youngs Ditch Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-1100

Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Rank: #22.

Bay City Central High School

(Math: 21% | Reading: 40-44%)
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1624 Columbus Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-9541

Gr: 9-12 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%

Rank: #33.

Bay City Academy Farragut Campus

Charter School

(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
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301 N Farragut St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-8254

Gr: PK-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Rank: #44.

Bay City Eastern High School

Alternative School
Magnet School

(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
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201 Woodside Ln
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550

Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.

North Central Academy Campus

Charter School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
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5055 Corey Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 584-2080

Gr: K-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.

Washington Elementary School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
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1821 Mckinley St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2744

Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Rank: #77.

Macgregor Elementary School

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
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1012 Fremont St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-1558

Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48708 Michigan

48708, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Jefferson Center (Closed 2010)

Special Education School

325 Park Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595

Gr: K | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 48708, MI?

The top-ranked public schools in 48708, MI include Hampton Elementary School, Bay City Central High School and Bay City Academy Farragut Campus.

How many public schools are located in 48708?

7 public schools are located in 48708.

What percentage of students in 48708 go to public school?

83% of all K-12 students in 48708 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).

What is the racial composition of students in 48708?

48708 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).