For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 249 students in 49684, MI.
The top-ranked public charter school in 49684, MI is The Greenspire School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 49684 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49684, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49684, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Greenspire School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1026 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 421-5905
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 421-5905
Gr: 6-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
The Greenspire High School
Charter School
2200 Dendrinos Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 421-5905
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 421-5905
Gr: 9-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
49684, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 West Seventh St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5600
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5600
Gr: 4-5 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Tba Central Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
301 West 7th
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6244
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6244
Gr: Inquire with school | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Tba Se Early Childhood (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
1101 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 49684, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49684, MI include The Greenspire School.
How many public charter schools are located in 49684?
2 public charter schools are located in 49684.
What is the racial composition of students in 49684?
49684 public charter schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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