For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 639 students in 48638, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 48638, MI is Hemmeter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48638 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48638, MI Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hemmeter Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1890 Hemmeter Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1832
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1832
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
705 S Center Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1827
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 797-1827
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
48638, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
West Saginaw County Special Ed Area (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
6235 Gratiot Rd
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 249-8704
Saginaw, MI 48638
(989) 249-8704
Gr: K-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 164:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48638, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48638, MI include Hemmeter Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48638?
2 public preschools are located in 48638.
What is the racial composition of students in 48638?
48638 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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