For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,093 students in 48506, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 127 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 48506, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48506, MI are Kearsley High School, Leota Fiedler Elementary School and Kate Dowdall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48506 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48506, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48506, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kearsley High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4302 Underhill Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-5313
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-5313
Gr: 9-12 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Leota Fiedler Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6317 Nightingale Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9925
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9925
Gr: 4-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Kate Dowdall Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3333 Shillelagh Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-2274
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-2274
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Armstrong Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6161 Hopkins Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9929
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9929
Gr: 6-8 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Potter School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 N Averill Ave
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1813
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1813
Gr: PK-6 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Richfield Public School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3807 N Center Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 736-1281
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 736-1281
Gr: 3-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Kearsley Virtual Academy
Alternative School
4302 Underhill Dr
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-5308
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-5308
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
4235 Crosby Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-3501
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-3501
Gr: PK-K | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 48506, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48506, MI include Kearsley High School, Leota Fiedler Elementary School and Kate Dowdall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48506?
8 public schools are located in 48506.
What percentage of students in 48506 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 48506 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48506?
48506 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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