For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public charter schools serving 4,446 students in 48212, MI.
The top ranked public charter schools in 48212, MI are Hamtramck Academy, Caniff Liberty Academy and Hanley International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48212 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48212, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48212, MI Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hamtramck Academy
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11420 Conant St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-7312
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-7312
Grades: K-8
| 553 students
Rank: #22.
Caniff Liberty Academy
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2650 Caniff St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Grades: PK-9
| 562 students
Rank: #33.
Hanley International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Denton St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 875-8888
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 875-8888
Grades: PK-8
| 658 students
Rank: #44.
Bridge Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Buffalo St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Grades: PK-5
| 653 students
Rank: #55.
Bridge Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3105 Carpenter St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6200
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6200
Grades: 6-8
| 336 students
Rank: #66.
Bridge Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Carpenter St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 308 students
Rank: #77.
Commonwealth Community Development Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13477 Eureka St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 366-9470
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 366-9470
Grades: PK-8
| 162 students
Rank: #88.
Frontier International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13200 Conant St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6300
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6300
Grades: K-12
| 694 students
Rank: #99.
Oakland International Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2619 Florian St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 285-8990
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 285-8990
Grades: 9-12
| 520 students
48212, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3056 Hanley St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 347-0026
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 347-0026
Grades: K-8
| 235 students
13322 Conant Street
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3500
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3500
Grades: 7-12
| 737 students
11241 Gunston
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 491-0003
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 491-0003
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-6810
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-6810
Grades: PK
| n/a students
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3595
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3595
Grades: PK-8
| 374 students
17601 Mound Rd
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-8300
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-8300
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
17600 Ryan Rd
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-3200
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-3200
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 48212, MI?
The top ranked public charter schools in 48212, MI include Hamtramck Academy, Caniff Liberty Academy and Hanley International Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48212?
9 public charter schools are located in 48212.
What is the racial composition of students in 48212?
48212 public charter schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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