For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 561 students in 48048, MI.
The top-ranked public charter school in 48048, MI is Merritt Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 48048 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 48048, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 48048, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merritt Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
59900 Havenridge Rd
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-6000
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-6000
Gr: PK-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
48048, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
22505 26 Mile Road
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-8067
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-8067
Gr: 6-9 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
L'anse Creuse Public Schools Riverside - North High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
30375 Clark St
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 783-6420
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 783-6420
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 48048, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 48048, MI include Merritt Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 48048?
1 public charter schools are located in 48048.
What is the racial composition of students in 48048?
48048 public charter schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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