For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,574 students in 48328, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48328, MI are Oakside Prep Academy and Momentum Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48328 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48328, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48328, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakside Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
355 Summit Dr
Waterford, MI 48328
(616) 304-6601
Waterford, MI 48328
(616) 304-6601
Gr: K-11 | 1,362 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Momentum Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
60 S Lynn Ave
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5000
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
48328, Michigan 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
581 South Winding Dr
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5110
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5110
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
3621 Pontiac Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-9450
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-9450
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
60 S Lynn Ave
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5000
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-5000
Gr: PK-3 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Lutes Campus High School (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
501 North Cass Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-8738
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 682-8738
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Oakland County Center Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2111 Pontiac Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2533
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2533
Gr: K-12 | 107 students Minority enrollment: 26%
1355 Merry Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-0221
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-0221
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
2111 Pontiac Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2037
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2037
Gr: K-12
501 N. Cass Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 706-4871
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 706-4871
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 56:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Waterford Montessori Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
4350 Elizabeth Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-2400
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 674-2400
Gr: K-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48328, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48328, MI include Oakside Prep Academy and Momentum Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48328?
2 public charter schools are located in 48328.
What is the racial composition of students in 48328?
48328 public charter schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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