For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,209 students in 49201, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49201, MI are Paragon Charter Academy, Jackson Preparatory Early College and Da Vinci Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 49201 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49201, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49201, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paragon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3750 Mccain Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Gr: PK-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Gr: 6-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Da Vinci Schools
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2985 Springport Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Gr: K-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 49201, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49201, MI include Paragon Charter Academy, Jackson Preparatory Early College and Da Vinci Schools.
How many public charter schools are located in 49201?
3 public charter schools are located in 49201.
What is the racial composition of students in 49201?
49201 public charter schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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