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Best Ypsilanti Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public charter schools serving 3,249 students in Ypsilanti, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in Ypsilanti, MI are South Arbor Charter Academy, East Arbor Charter Academy and Ann Arbor Learning Community. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ypsilanti, MI public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in Ypsilanti have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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 Ypsilanti, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Arbor Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
8200 Carpenter Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 528-2821
Gr: K-8 | 802 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
East Arbor Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6885 Merritt Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-5506
Gr: K-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Ann Arbor Learning Community
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4377 Textile Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 477-0340
Gr: K-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
10550 Geddes Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 484-0118
Gr: K-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Fortis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3875 Golfside Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 572-3623
Gr: K-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Arbor Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6800 Hitchingham Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 961-9700
Gr: 9-12 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Global Tech Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1715 E Forest Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 390-9625
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Gee Compass Academy
Charter School
850 S Hewitt Street
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 369-9500
Gr: K-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 47:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Pittsfield Acres Academy
Charter School
4377 Textile Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 210-0660
Gr: K-8 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Ypsilanti, Michigan

Ypsilanti, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Adams Stem Academy (Closed 2023)
503 Oak St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2400
Gr: K-6 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Ardis Renaissance Academy (Closed 2005)
2100 Ellsworth Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1500
Gr: 1-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Chapelle Community School (Closed 2011)
111 South Wallace Blvd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1700
Gr: 1-5
Cheney Academy (Closed 2012)
1500 Stamford Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6753
Gr: K-6 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Early College Alliance - Lincoln (Closed 2010)
220 King Hall Emu
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
Early College Alliance - Milan (Closed 2010)
220 King Hall Emu
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
Early College Alliance - Whitmore Lake (Closed 2010)
220 King Hall Emu
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
Early College Alliance-ypsilanti (Closed 2010)
220 King Hall Emu
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
Edmonson Middle School (Closed 2005)
1800 E. Forest Avenue
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8325
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Ford Elementary School (Closed 2012)
2440 East Clark Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8275
Gr: K-6 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Kaiser Elementary School (Closed 2012)
670 Onandago St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6553
Gr: K-6 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Kettering Elementary School (Closed 2010)
1633 Knowles Street
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6703
Gr: K-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Lincoln Redner Elementary School (Closed 2013)
8888 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7061
Gr: 1-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Model Elementary School (Closed 2023)
8850 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7045
Gr: PK
New Beginnings Academy (Closed 2023)
211 East Michigan Ave
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
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
Gr: 9-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Thurston E.c.d.c. Elementary School (Closed 2008)
181 Oregon Avenue
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8295
Gr: PK-K | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Washtenaw County Drop Back In Academy (Closed 2011)
1076 Ecorse Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 482-7252
Gr: 9-12
Willow Run High School (Closed 2014)
235 Spencer Ln
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6003
Gr: 9-12 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Wsc Academy Ypsilanti Campus (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
855 Jefferson St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 794-0218
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Ypsilanti High School (Closed 2014)
2095 Packard Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Ypsilanti Middle School (Closed 2014)
105 North Mansfield St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1300
Gr: 7-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Ypsilanti New Technical High School (Closed 2018)
2095 Packard Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1001
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Ypsilanti Return To Learn High School (Closed 2012)
1076 Ecorse Rod
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 714-1210
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Ypsilanti, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Ypsilanti, MI include South Arbor Charter Academy, East Arbor Charter Academy and Ann Arbor Learning Community.
How many public charter schools are located in Ypsilanti?
9 public charter schools are located in Ypsilanti.
What is the racial composition of students in Ypsilanti?
Ypsilanti public charter schools minority enrollment is 71% 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 Ypsilanti are often viewed compared to one another?

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