For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 983 students in 49037, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49037, MI are Endeavor Charter Academy, Battle Creek Montessori Academy and Battle Creek Area Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 49037 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49037, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49037, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Endeavor Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
380 Helmer Rd N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 962-9300
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 962-9300
Gr: K-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Battle Creek Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
399 20th St N
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 339-3308
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 339-3308
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Battle Creek Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
765 Upton Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 565-2460
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 565-2460
Gr: 9-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 49037, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49037, MI include Endeavor Charter Academy, Battle Creek Montessori Academy and Battle Creek Area Learning Center.
How many public charter schools are located in 49037?
3 public charter schools are located in 49037.
What is the racial composition of students in 49037?
49037 public charter schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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