For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,019 students in 48238, MI.
The top ranked public charter schools in 48238, MI are New Paradigm Glazer Academy, Flagship Charter Academy and Joy Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48238 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48238, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 48238, MI Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Paradigm Glazer Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 La Belle St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 833-1100
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 833-1100
Gr: K-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Flagship Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13661 Wisconsin St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 933-7933
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 933-7933
Gr: K-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #33.
Joy Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15055 Dexter Ave
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 340-0023
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 340-0023
Gr: PK-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
48238, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8100 West Davison
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 646-9053
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 646-9053
Gr: 6-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
2200 Ewald Circle
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 866-0605
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 866-0605
Gr: PK-6 | 169 students
8145 Chalfonte Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-5705
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-5705
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
8735 Schoolcraft Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 933-1535
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 933-1535
Gr: 5-8 | 324 students Minority enrollment: 99%
2001 La Belle St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-6810
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 873-6810
2001 La Belle St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1500
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1500
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
2200 Ewald Circle
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 454-3268
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 454-3268
Gr: K-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
13141 Rosa Parks Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1575
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1575
Gr: 6-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
13120 Wildemere Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 252-3050
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 252-3050
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
8200 Midland Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-7322
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-7322
Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
13120 Wildemere St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1450
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 852-1450
Gr: K-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1
14900 Parkside Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-3944
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-3944
Gr: PK-4 | 8 students
2701 Fenkell Street
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-8100
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 494-8100
Gr: PK-8 | 1,095 student Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 48238, MI?
The top ranked public charter schools in 48238, MI include New Paradigm Glazer Academy, Flagship Charter Academy and Joy Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48238?
3 public charter schools are located in 48238.
What is the racial composition of students in 48238?
48238 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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