For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 1,995 students in 48174, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48174, MI are Metro Charter Academy, Summit Academy North High School and Summit Academy North Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48174 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48174, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48174, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metro Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
34800 Ecorse Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 641-3200
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 641-3200
Gr: K-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Summit Academy North High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Middlebelt Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1730
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1730
Gr: 9-12 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Summit Academy North Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Middlebelt Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1712
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 955-1712
Gr: 6-8 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Summit Academy North Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
28697 Sibley Rd
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 789-1428
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 789-1428
Gr: K-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48174, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48174, MI include Metro Charter Academy, Summit Academy North High School and Summit Academy North Middle School.
How many public charter schools are located in 48174?
4 public charter schools are located in 48174.
What is the racial composition of students in 48174?
48174 public charter schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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