For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public charter schools serving 5,529 students in 48210, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48210, MI are Cesar Chavez Academy High School, Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School and Hope Of Detroit Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 48210 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48210, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48210, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cesar Chavez Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1761 Waterman St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 551-0611
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 551-0611
Gr: 9-12 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6782 Goldsmith St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 842-0006
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 842-0006
Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Hope Of Detroit Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4443 N Campbell St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 897-8720
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 897-8720
Gr: K-10 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Martin St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 361-1083
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 361-1083
Gr: 3-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
New Paradigm College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4001 29th St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 852-1500
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 852-1500
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4444 35th St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 788-1122
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 788-1122
Gr: K-12 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Voyageur Academy
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4321 Military St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 361-4180
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 361-4180
Gr: K-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Universal Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4833 Ogden St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 581-5006
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 581-5006
Gr: K-12 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #99.
Voyageur College Prep
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4366 Military St
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 361-4180
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 361-4180
Gr: 9-12 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School
Charter School
8126 W Vernor Hwy
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 843-9440
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 843-9440
Gr: K-2 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48210, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48210, MI include Cesar Chavez Academy High School, Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School and Hope Of Detroit Academy Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 48210?
10 public charter schools are located in 48210.
What is the racial composition of students in 48210?
48210 public charter schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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