For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 2,455 students in 48076, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48076, MI are Lighthouse Connections Academy and Faxon Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48076 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48076, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48076, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lighthouse Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20750 Civic Center Dr, Ste 510
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 509-5858
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 509-5858
Gr: K-12 | 2,056 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Faxon Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26275 Northwestern Hwy
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 301-9909
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 301-9909
Gr: K-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Crescent Academy Pk2
Charter School
17570 W 12 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 423-4581
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 423-4581
Gr: PK-2 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48076, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48076, MI include Lighthouse Connections Academy and Faxon Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48076?
3 public charter schools are located in 48076.
What is the racial composition of students in 48076?
48076 public charter schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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