For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 3,138 students in 48202, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48202, MI are University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School, University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School and University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48202 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48202, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48202, MI Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5100 John R St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 832-8400
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 832-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10225 3rd St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 826-1159
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 826-1159
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
957 Holden St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-9800
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-9800
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #44.
University Preparatory Academy Psad Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5310 Saint Antoine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0010
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0010
Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #55.
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
485 W Milwaukee St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 481-4000
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 481-4000
Gr: 6-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
University Preparatory Academy Psad High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Antoinette St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-4340
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 874-4340
Gr: 9-12 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
48202, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Barsamian Preparatory Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
7650 2nd Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1288
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1288
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
5250 John R
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 202-6082
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 202-6082
Gr: 4-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
8401 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-8080
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-8080
Gr: 4-8 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
9026 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3050
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3050
Gr: 9-12
8000 John C. Lodge Freeway
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-2944
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-2944
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
8726 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Gr: PK | 25 students
9026 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1250
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1250
Gr: 9-12 | 1,181 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
7375 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-1634
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-1634
Gr: 9-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
30 Josephine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 285-9246
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 285-9246
Gr: 9-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
317 Harper Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 922-8088
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 922-8088
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
2884 E. Grand Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Gr: PK | 54 students Minority enrollment: 98%
8700 Byron Street
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3070
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3070
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students
5310 St. Antoine
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0100
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0100
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
435 Amsterdam St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-0552
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-0552
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48202, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48202, MI include University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School, University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School and University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 48202?
6 public charter schools are located in 48202.
What is the racial composition of students in 48202?
48202 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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