For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 1,312 students in 49442, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49442, MI are Muskegon Covenant Academy, Three Oaks Public School Academy and Timberland Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 49442 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49442, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49442, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Muskegon Covenant Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Catherine Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3100
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 720-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Three Oaks Public School Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Kingsley St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-3365
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-3365
Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Timberland Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2574 Mclaughlin Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-9700
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-9700
Gr: K-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy The Port
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
205 E Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7248
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 767-7248
Gr: 5-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Muskegon Maritime Academy
Charter School
571 E Apple Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 724-7577
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 724-7577
Gr: PK-5 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 49442, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49442, MI include Muskegon Covenant Academy, Three Oaks Public School Academy and Timberland Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 49442?
5 public charter schools are located in 49442.
What is the racial composition of students in 49442?
49442 public charter schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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