For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,419 students in 48187, MI.
The top ranked public charter schools in 48187, MI are Canton Charter Academy and Canton Preparatory High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48187 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48187, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48187, MI Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canton Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
49100 Ford Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 453-9517
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 453-9517
Grades: K-8
| 759 students
Rank: #22.
Canton Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
46610 Cherry Hill Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 404-6776
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 404-6776
Grades: 7-12
| 660 students
48187, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8400 Beck Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 582-5500
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 582-5500
Grades: 9
| n/a students
8055 Fleet Street
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6190
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6190
Grades: PK
| 529 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 48187, MI?
The top ranked public charter schools in 48187, MI include Canton Charter Academy and Canton Preparatory High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 48187?
2 public charter schools are located in 48187.
What is the racial composition of students in 48187?
48187 public charter schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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