For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public charter schools serving 4,202 students in 48235, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48235, MI are Pembroke Academy, Detroit Achievement Academy and David Ellis Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48235 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48235, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48235, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pembroke Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19940 Mansfield St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 243-0092
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 243-0092
Gr: K-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Detroit Achievement Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7000 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 468-9518
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 468-9518
Gr: K-8 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
David Ellis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18977 Schaefer Hwy
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 450-0642
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 450-0642
Gr: PK-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16827 Appoline St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 341-4944
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 341-4944
Gr: K-8 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Adamsyoung Building
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13130 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 522-7602
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 522-7602
Gr: K-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 65:1
Rank: #66.
Lincolnking Adamsyoung Grove Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13436 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 522-7602
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 522-7602
Gr: 9-12 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
Rank: #77.
Rutherford Winans Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16411 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0709
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0709
Gr: PK-8 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #88.
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15000 Trojan St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 397-3333
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 397-3333
Gr: 9-12 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #99.
University Yes Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14717 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 270-2556
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 270-2556
Gr: K-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #1010.
Old Redford Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8001 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 543-3080
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 543-3080
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1
Rank: n/an/a
Lincolnking Adamsyoung 68
Charter School
17351 Southfield Fwy
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 522-7602
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 522-7602
Gr: 6-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 54:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48235, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48235, MI include Pembroke Academy, Detroit Achievement Academy and David Ellis Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48235?
11 public charter schools are located in 48235.
What is the racial composition of students in 48235?
48235 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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