For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 1,554 students in 48504, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48504, MI are Flex High North Flint, Linden Charter Academy and Northridge Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48504 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48504, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48504, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Flex High North Flint
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4945 Clio Rd
Flint, MI 48504
(877) 360-5327
Flint, MI 48504
(877) 360-5327
Gr: 9-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Linden Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3244 N Linden Rd
Flint, MI 48504
(810) 720-0515
Flint, MI 48504
(810) 720-0515
Gr: K-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Northridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4100 W Coldwater Rd
Flint, MI 48504
(810) 785-8811
Flint, MI 48504
(810) 785-8811
Gr: PK-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Greater Heights Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3196 W Pasadena Ave
Flint, MI 48504
(810) 768-3860
Flint, MI 48504
(810) 768-3860
Gr: K-6 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Eagles Nest Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5005 Cloverlawn Dr
Flint, MI 48504
(810) 869-6495
Flint, MI 48504
(810) 869-6495
Gr: K-6 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48504, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48504, MI include Flex High North Flint, Linden Charter Academy and Northridge Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48504?
5 public charter schools are located in 48504.
What is the racial composition of students in 48504?
48504 public charter schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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