For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 660 students in 49456, MI.
The top ranked public charter schools in 49456, MI are Walden Green Montessori and West Mi Academy Of Arts And Academics. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 49456 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49456, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49456, MI Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walden Green Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17339 Roosevelt Rd
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 842-4523
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 842-4523
Grades: K-8
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
West Mi Academy Of Arts And Academics
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17350 Hazel St
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 844-9961
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 844-9961
Grades: K-8
| 423 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 49456, MI?
The top ranked public charter schools in 49456, MI include Walden Green Montessori and West Mi Academy Of Arts And Academics.
How many public charter schools are located in 49456?
2 public charter schools are located in 49456.
What is the racial composition of students in 49456?
49456 public charter schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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