For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,635 students in 48708, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48708, MI are Hampton Elementary School, Bay City Academy Farragut Campus and North Central Academy Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48708 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48708, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48708, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hampton Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1908 W Youngs Ditch Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-1100
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 893-1100
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #22.
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 N Farragut St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-8254
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-8254
Grades: PK-12
| 363 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
North Central Academy Campus
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5055 Corey Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 584-2080
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 584-2080
Grades: K-12
| 176 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1821 Mckinley St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2744
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 894-2744
Grades: PK-5
| 390 students
Rank: #55.
Macgregor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Fremont St
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-1558
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-1558
Grades: PK-5
| 291 students
48708, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
400 N. Madison Avenue
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-5480
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 414-5480
Grades: 6-9
| 66 students
120 N Jackson St
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 631-4746
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 631-4746
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
111 N Madison Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 631-4746
Bay City, MI 48708
(231) 631-4746
Grades: PK-K
| 33 students
Bay City Virtual School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
201 Woodside Ln
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-5550
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
201 Woodside Lane
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-7515
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 892-7515
Grades: Inquire with school
| 188 students
Jefferson Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
325 Park Ave
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Grades: K
| 1 students
325 Park Avenue
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Bay City, MI 48708
(989) 895-6595
Grades: Inquire with school
| 171 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48708, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48708, MI include Hampton Elementary School, Bay City Academy Farragut Campus and North Central Academy Campus.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48708?
5 public elementary schools are located in 48708.
What is the racial composition of students in 48708?
48708 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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