For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 2,439 students in 48126, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48126, MI are Riverside Academy, Riverside Academy West Campus and Advanced Technology Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48126 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48126, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48126, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7124 Miller Rd
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 624-3200
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 624-3200
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Academy West Campus
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6409 Schaefer Rd
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 624-3600
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 624-3600
Gr: 6-12 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Advanced Technology Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4801 Oakman Blvd
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 625-4700
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 625-4700
Gr: PK-12 | 1,207 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Academy For Business And Technology Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5277 Calhoun St
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 581-2223
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 581-2223
Gr: K-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Ser Metro Youthbuild Learning Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
5200 Stecker St
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 945-5200
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 945-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48126, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48126, MI include Riverside Academy, Riverside Academy West Campus and Advanced Technology Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48126?
5 public charter schools are located in 48126.
What is the racial composition of students in 48126?
48126 public charter schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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