For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 959 students in 48602, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48602, MI are Saginaw Arts And Sciences Academy and Thompson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48602 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48602, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48602, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saginaw Arts And Sciences Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3115 Mackinaw St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-5500
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-5500
Gr: 6-12 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Thompson Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3021 Court St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-5600
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48602, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48602, MI include Saginaw Arts And Sciences Academy and Thompson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48602?
2 public middle schools are located in 48602.
What is the racial composition of students in 48602?
48602 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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