For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 1,745 students in 48214, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48214, MI are Pathways Academy, Detroit Prep and The James And Grace Lee Boggs School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48214 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48214, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48214, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pathways Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11340 E Jefferson Ave
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 209-3803
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 209-3803
Gr: 7-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Detroit Prep
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8411 Sylvester St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 343-1495
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 343-1495
Gr: K-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Goethe St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 923-2301
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 923-2301
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Detroit Enterprise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11224 Kercheval St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 823-5799
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 823-5799
Gr: K-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #55.
Barack Obama Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10800 E Canfield St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 823-6000
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 823-6000
Gr: K-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48214, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48214, MI include Pathways Academy, Detroit Prep and The James And Grace Lee Boggs School.
How many public charter schools are located in 48214?
5 public charter schools are located in 48214.
What is the racial composition of students in 48214?
48214 public charter schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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