For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 694 students in 49783, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49783, MI are Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy and Lake Superior Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 49783 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49783, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49783, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Marquette Ave
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-5055
Gr: K-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Lake Superior Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8936 S Mackinac Trl
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 259-1168
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
(906) 259-1168
Gr: K-5 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 49783, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49783, MI include Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy and Lake Superior Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 49783?
2 public charter schools are located in 49783.
What is the racial composition of students in 49783?
49783 public charter schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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