For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public charter schools serving 4,446 students in 48212, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48212, MI are Hamtramck Academy, Caniff Liberty Academy and Hanley International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48212 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48212, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48212, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamtramck Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11420 Conant St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-7312
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-7312
Gr: K-8 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Caniff Liberty Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2650 Caniff St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Gr: PK-9 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Hanley International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Denton St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 875-8888
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 875-8888
Gr: PK-8 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Bridge Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Buffalo St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
Bridge Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3105 Carpenter St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6200
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #66.
Oakland International Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2619 Florian St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 285-8990
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 285-8990
Gr: 9-12 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Commonwealth Community Development Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13477 Eureka St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 366-9470
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 366-9470
Gr: PK-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Frontier International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13200 Conant St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6300
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6300
Gr: K-12 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #99.
Bridge Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Carpenter St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 62:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
48212, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3056 Hanley St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 347-0026
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 347-0026
Gr: K-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
13322 Conant Street
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3500
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3500
Gr: 7-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-6810
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-6810
Gr: PK
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3595
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3595
Gr: PK-8 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
17601 Mound Rd
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-8300
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-8300
Gr: 9-12
17600 Ryan Rd
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-3200
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-3200
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48212, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48212, MI include Hamtramck Academy, Caniff Liberty Academy and Hanley International Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48212?
9 public charter schools are located in 48212.
What is the racial composition of students in 48212?
48212 public charter schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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