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Best 48223 Michigan Public Charter Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,014 students in 48223, MI.

The top-ranked public charter schools in 48223, MI are Detroit Community Schools High School, Detroit Community Schools Elementary School and Detroit Leadership Academy K8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public charter schools in zipcode 48223 have an score of 4% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and score of 6% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48223, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.

Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).

Best 48223, MI Public Charter Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Detroit Community Schools High School

Charter School

(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
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Bottom 50%

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12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570

Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1

Rank: #22.

Detroit Community Schools Elementary School

Charter School

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
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12675 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 537-3570

Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1

Rank: #33.

Detroit Leadership Academy K8

Charter School

(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
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13550 Virgil St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 242-1500

Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

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48223, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Allen Academy (Closed 2005)

14595 Heyden
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 541-1436

Gr: K-9 | 673 students

Burt Elementary School (Closed 2012)

20710 Pilgrim St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7487

Gr: K-6

Far West Alternative Education (Closed 2005)

Alternative School

15320 Lamphere Avenue
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7721

Gr: 3-9 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 99%

Foundation For Early Learners Murphy Eaa (Closed 2023)

23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-8557

Gr: PK

Harding Elementary School (Closed 2012)

14450 Burt Rd
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7606

Gr: K-5

Healy International Academy (Closed 2008)

12901 Beaverland Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7492

Gr: K-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Hubert Elementary School (Closed 2006)

14825 Lamphere Street
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7484

Gr: K-6 | 346 students Minority enrollment: 97%

Murphy Academy (Closed 2023)

23901 Fenkell St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 494-7585

Gr: PK-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Vetal Elementary School (Closed 2012)

14200 Westwood St
Detroit, MI 48223
(313) 852-0710

Gr: K-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48223, MI?

The top-ranked public charter schools in 48223, MI include Detroit Community Schools High School, Detroit Community Schools Elementary School and Detroit Leadership Academy K8.

How many public charter schools are located in 48223?

3 public charter schools are located in 48223.

What is the racial composition of students in 48223?

48223 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).