For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,014 students in 48223, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48223, MI are Detroit Community Schools High School, Detroit Community Schools Elementary School and Detroit Leadership Academy K8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48223 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48223, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 48223, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Detroit Community Schools High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570
Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
Detroit Leadership Academy K8
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Virgil St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
48223, Michigan 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Far West Alternative Education (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
15320 Lamphere Avenue
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721
Gr: 3-9 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 99%
23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557
Gr: PK
12901 Beaverland Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492
Gr: K-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
14825 Lamphere Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484
Gr: K-6 | 346 students Minority enrollment: 97%
23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585
Gr: PK-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
14200 Westwood St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710
Gr: K-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48223, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48223, MI include Detroit Community Schools High School, Detroit Community Schools Elementary School and Detroit Leadership Academy K8.
How many public charter schools are located in 48223?
3 public charter schools are located in 48223.
What is the racial composition of students in 48223?
48223 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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