For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,027 students in 48238, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48238, MI are New Paradigm Glazer Academy, Flagship Charter Academy and Joy Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48238 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48238, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 48238, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Paradigm Glazer Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 La Belle St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 833-1100
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 833-1100
Gr: K-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Flagship Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13661 Wisconsin St
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 933-7933
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 933-7933
Gr: K-8 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #33.
Joy Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15055 Dexter Ave
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 340-0023
Detroit, MI 48238
(313) 340-0023
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48238, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48238, MI include New Paradigm Glazer Academy, Flagship Charter Academy and Joy Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48238?
3 public charter schools are located in 48238.
What is the racial composition of students in 48238?
48238 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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