For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 2,172 students in 48228, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48228, MI are Way Academy Chicago Site, Warrendale Charter Academy and Detroit Premier Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48228 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48228, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48228, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Way Academy Chicago Site
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19321 W Chicago St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 444-9398
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 444-9398
Gr: 6-12 | 85 students
Rank: #22.
Warrendale Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19400 Sawyer St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 240-4200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 240-4200
Gr: K-8 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Detroit Premier Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7781 Asbury Park
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-1472
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-1472
Gr: K-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Detroit Innovation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18211 Plymouth Rd
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 736-5537
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 736-5537
Gr: K-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #55.
Detroit Leadership Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5845 Auburn St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 769-2015
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 769-2015
Gr: 7-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Kipp Detroit Imani Academy
Charter School
19321 W Chicago St
Detroit, MI 48228
(586) 808-6604
Detroit, MI 48228
(586) 808-6604
Gr: K-1 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
48228, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Gr: 9-11 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-6612
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-6612
Gr: 9-12
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Gr: 9-12
18445 Cathedral St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 866-9200
Gr: 8-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
16101 W Chicago
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0512
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0512
Gr: 5-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Hazel Park Empowerment Alternative School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
19321 West Chicago
Detroit, MI 48228
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48228
(248) 658-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
16400 Tireman Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 584-5525
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 584-5525
Gr: PK-12 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
16400 Tireman St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 584-5525
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 584-5525
Gr: PK-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
20220 Tireman Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 846-5533
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 846-5533
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
8401 Trinity St
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-1330
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-1330
Gr: K-8
18600 Wadsworth Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0670
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0670
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students Minority enrollment: 99%
15000 Mackenzie Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-0702
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 945-0702
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students
20500 Wadsworth Street
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0740
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 852-0740
Gr: K-5 | 144 students
9331 Grandville
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 835-8410
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 835-8410
Gr: 7-10 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48228, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48228, MI include Way Academy Chicago Site, Warrendale Charter Academy and Detroit Premier Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48228?
6 public charter schools are located in 48228.
What is the racial composition of students in 48228?
48228 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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