Best Public Elementary Schools in 48506 (Flint, MI) (2025-26)

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Best 48506 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,063 students in 48506, MI.

The top ranked public elementary schools in 48506, MI are Leota Fiedler Elementary School, Kate Dowdall Elementary School and Armstrong Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary schools in zipcode 48506 have an score of 18% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48506, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 48506, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Leota Fiedler Elementary School

(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
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6317 Nightingale Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9925

Gr: 4-6 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Rank: #22.

Kate Dowdall Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
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3333 Shillelagh Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-2274

Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Rank: #33.

Armstrong Middle School

(Math: 16% | Reading: 40%)
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6161 Hopkins Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9929

Gr: 6-8 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Rank: #44.

Potter School

Magnet School

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
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2500 N Averill Ave
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1813

Gr: PK-6 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Rank: #55.

Richfield Public School Academy

Charter School

(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
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3807 N Center Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 736-1281

Gr: 3-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 48506 Michigan

48506, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Homedale School (Closed 2004)

1501 Davison Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1435

Gr: PK-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Johnson Aaa Middle School (Closed 2009)

5323 Western Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-5305

Gr: 7-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Paro Educational Center (Closed 2010)

Alternative School

G-5340 N. Genesee Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9928

Gr: 7-12 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Sobey School (Closed 2004)

3701 N. Averill Avenue
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1817

Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%

Thelma Buffey Elementary School (Closed 2012)

4235 Crosby Rd G
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9922

Gr: 2-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Washington School (Closed 2014)

1400 North Vernon Ave
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1381

Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Williams School (Closed 2011)

3501 Minnesota Ave
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1658

Gr: K-6

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48506, MI?

The top ranked public elementary schools in 48506, MI include Leota Fiedler Elementary School, Kate Dowdall Elementary School and Armstrong Middle School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 48506?

5 public elementary schools are located in 48506.

What is the racial composition of students in 48506?

48506 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).