For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 2,455 students in 48197, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48197, MI are South Arbor Charter Academy, East Arbor Charter Academy and Fortis Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48197 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48197, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48197, MI Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Arbor Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8200 Carpenter Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 528-2821
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 528-2821
Gr: K-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
East Arbor Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6885 Merritt Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-5506
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-5506
Gr: K-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Fortis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3875 Golfside Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 572-3623
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 572-3623
Gr: PK-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Arbor Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Hitchingham Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 961-9700
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 961-9700
Gr: 9-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Gee Compass Academy
Charter School
850 S Hewitt Street
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 369-9500
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 369-9500
Gr: K-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Pittsfield Acres Academy
Charter School
4377 Textile Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 210-0660
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 210-0660
Gr: K-8 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
48197, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2100 Ellsworth Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1500
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1500
Gr: 1-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
111 South Wallace Blvd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1700
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1700
Gr: 1-5
220 King Hall Emu
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
8888 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7061
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7061
Gr: 1-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
211 East Michigan Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 481-9001
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 481-9001
Gr: PK-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
New Directions Alternative Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2095 Packard Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1850
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1850
Gr: Inquire with school | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Roberto Clemente Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4377 Textile Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 997-1236
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 997-1236
Gr: 9-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Wsc Academy Ypsilanti Campus (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
855 Jefferson St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 794-0218
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 794-0218
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
2095 Packard Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1000
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
105 North Mansfield St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1300
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1300
Gr: 7-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
2095 Packard Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1001
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1001
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48197, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48197, MI include South Arbor Charter Academy, East Arbor Charter Academy and Fortis Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48197?
6 public charter schools are located in 48197.
What is the racial composition of students in 48197?
48197 public charter schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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