For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 220 students in Big Rapids, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in Big Rapids, MI are Crossroads Charter Academy and Crossroads Charter Academy K5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Big Rapids, MI public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in Big Rapids have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Big Rapids, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crossroads Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 Spruce St W
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-9041
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-9041
Gr: K-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Crossroads Charter Academy K5
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 N State St
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-6589
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-6589
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Big Rapids, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Big Rapids, MI include Crossroads Charter Academy and Crossroads Charter Academy K5.
How many public charter schools are located in Big Rapids?
2 public charter schools are located in Big Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Big Rapids?
Big Rapids public charter schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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