For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 1,953 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 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Madisoncarver Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19900 Mcintyre St
Detroit, MI 48219
(734) 716-7193
Detroit, MI 48219
(734) 716-7193
Gr: K-8 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
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 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
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 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 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 | 919 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
48219, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
African Heritage Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
21511 W. Mcnichols
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-2357
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-2357
Gr: 2-12 | 21 students
18401 West Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 537-9400
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 537-9400
Gr: K-8 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
24601 Frisbee Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7601
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7601
Gr: K-8 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
19900 Mcintyre Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7451
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7451
Gr: PK-6 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 96%
16745 Lamphere Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7615
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7615
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
19501 Berg Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7577
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7577
Gr: 5-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
23700 Clarita Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7626
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7626
Gr: K-5 | 114 students Minority enrollment: 95%
24325 Bennett Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7591
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7591
Gr: K-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
19900 Evergreen Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-4927
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 538-4927
Gr: PK-1 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Millennium School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
21511 W. Mcnichols
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-1075
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-1075
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
19176 Northrop St
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 531-3720
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 531-3720
Gr: PK-9 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
17226 Redford Avenue
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 653-3888
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 653-3888
Gr: 6-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
19779 Stahelin Avenue
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7471
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7471
Gr: PK-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
21431 Grand River Avenue
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7500
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7500
Gr: 2-12 | 1,451 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Turning Point High School (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
20000 Evergreen Road
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 683-8342
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 683-8342
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
16161 Winston Avenue
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7597
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 494-7597
Gr: PK-5 | 179 students Minority enrollment: 93%
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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