For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,050 students in 48185, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48185, MI are American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School and Universal Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48185 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48185, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48185, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
30055 Joy Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-0000
Westland, MI 48185
(313) 533-0000
Gr: 2-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Universal Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28015 Joy Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Gr: PK-12 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48185, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48185, MI include American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School and Universal Learning Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48185?
2 public charter schools are located in 48185.
What is the racial composition of students in 48185?
48185 public charter schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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