For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 373 students in 49008, MI.
The top-ranked public charter school in 49008, MI is Paramount Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 49008 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49008, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49008, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paramount Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3624 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 553-6400
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 553-6400
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 49008, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49008, MI include Paramount Charter Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 49008?
1 public charter schools are located in 49008.
What is the racial composition of students in 49008?
49008 public charter schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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