For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,617 students in 48505, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 5 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 48505, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48505, MI are The New Standard Academy, Dailey Elementary School and Beecher High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48505 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48505, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48505, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The New Standard Academy
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2040 W Carpenter Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 787-3330
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 787-3330
Gr: PK-12 | 859 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Dailey Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6236 Neff Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9890
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9890
Gr: PK-7 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Beecher High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6255 Neff Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9281
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9281
Gr: 7-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Beecher Alternative Education
Alternative School
1020 W Coldwater Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9281
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 591-9281
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Richfield Public School Academy Early Learning Center Pk2
Charter School
4358 Richfield Rd
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 736-1281
Flint, MI 48505
(810) 736-1281
Gr: PK-2 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48505, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48505, MI include The New Standard Academy, Dailey Elementary School and Beecher High School.
How many public schools are located in 48505?
5 public schools are located in 48505.
What percentage of students in 48505 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 48505 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48505?
48505 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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