For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 1,671 students in Saginaw, MI.
The top ranked public charter schools in Saginaw, MI are North Saginaw Charter Academy, Francis Reh Psa and International Academy Of Saginaw. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saginaw, MI public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in Saginaw have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Saginaw, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Saginaw Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2332 Trautner Dr
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Saginaw, MI 48604
(989) 249-5400
Gr: K-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Francis Reh Psa
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Owen St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-2349
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-2349
Gr: PK-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
International Academy Of Saginaw
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1944 Iowa Ave
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 921-1000
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 921-1000
Gr: PK-8 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Saginaw Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5173 Lodge St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 752-9600
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 752-9600
Gr: PK-8 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Saginaw Covenant Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
508 S Washington Ave
Saginaw, MI 48607
(616) 678-1330
Saginaw, MI 48607
(616) 678-1330
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Saginaw, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 14829
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-6479
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-6479
Gr: 1-5 | 284 students
Academy For Technology And Enterprise (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
2102 Weiss Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-6150
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-6150
Gr: 10-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 63:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Bridgeport-spaulding Alternative Ed. High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1944 Iowa Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-0440
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-0440
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
3000 South 24th St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-5830
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 777-5830
Gr: 2-5 | 198 students Minority enrollment: 99%
3945 East Holland Rd
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 754-1493
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 754-1493
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1450 Bridgeton Rd
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4050
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4050
Gr: PK-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Ch' Ooshgai (Chuska) Community School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
225 N. 11th Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6450
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6450
Gr: Inquire with school
1422 Merrill Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4100
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 182 students
2138 N. Carolina Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4150
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4150
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
2435 Perkins St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4300
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
3270 Perkins St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 755-5421
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 755-5421
Gr: PK-3 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Hillier Educational Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
2316 Webber St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4400
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4400
Gr: 8-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
1604 Johnson St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4450
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
1515 Sweet St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4500
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
700 Court Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4900
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
1602 Cherry Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4550
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1314 Brown St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4650
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
504 Carroll Street
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-4700
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Minority enrollment: 91%
2601 Lapeer Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4950
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4950
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students Minority enrollment: 99%
3240 Livingston Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4200
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1101 N. Bond Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-5400
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
1925 South Outer Dr
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-6438
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 753-6438
Gr: 4-8 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Program For Academic And Lifeskills High School (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
3860 Fashion Square Blvd
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 399-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Psychology Services Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
225 N. 11th Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6450
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6450
Gr: Inquire with school
Ruben Daniels Adult Ed Etc Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3115 Mackinaw St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-6700
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 399-6700
Gr: 9-12
Ruben Daniels Alt. Middle School - Svrc (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1010 Hoyt Ave
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-6700
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-6700
Gr: 6-8
Ruben Daniels Community Schooletc Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2415 N Charles St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 791-5170
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 791-5170
Gr: 9-12
1010 Hoyt Ave
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-5300
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Saginaw Academy Of Excellence (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1300 Malzahn St
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 717-4390
Saginaw, MI 48602
(989) 717-4390
Gr: K-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Saginaw County Transition Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1000 Tuscola St
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-8774
Saginaw, MI 48607
(989) 399-8774
Gr: 7-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
3100 Webber St
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6000
Saginaw, MI 48601
(989) 399-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in Saginaw, MI?
The top ranked public charter schools in Saginaw, MI include North Saginaw Charter Academy, Francis Reh Psa and International Academy Of Saginaw.
How many public charter schools are located in Saginaw?
5 public charter schools are located in Saginaw.
What is the racial composition of students in Saginaw?
Saginaw public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public charter schools in Saginaw are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public charter schools in Saginaw include: International Academy Of Saginaw vs. Saginaw Preparatory Academy, Saginaw Preparatory Academy vs. International Academy Of Saginaw
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