For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 1,954 students in 48219, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48219, MI are Weston Preparatory Academy, Madisoncarver Academy and Old Redford Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48219 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48219, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48219, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weston Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22930 Chippewa St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 387-6038
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 387-6038
Gr: K-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #22.
Madisoncarver Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19900 Mcintyre St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 522-7602
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 522-7602
Gr: K-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
Rank: #33.
Old Redford Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17195 Redford St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 532-7510
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 532-7510
Gr: PK-4 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #44.
Old Redford Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22122 W Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 880-1807
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 880-1807
Gr: 5-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21605 W 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 541-7619
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 541-7619
Gr: PK-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
David Ellis Academy Pk
Charter School
23500 W 7 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 927-5395
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 927-5395
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48219, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48219, MI include Weston Preparatory Academy, Madisoncarver Academy and Old Redford Academy Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 48219?
6 public charter schools are located in 48219.
What is the racial composition of students in 48219?
48219 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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