Charter High Schools in Michigan
Michigan has 173 public charter schools offering high school grades (9–12) in the 2024–25 federal data, located in 84 cities.
- Charter high schools
- 173
- Students at these schools
- 76,546
- Median students per teacher
- 17.3
- Virtual schools
- 22
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 173 of 173 schools; student–teacher ratios for 167; format for 173. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Charter high schools in Michigan by city
Detroit31
- Bridge Impact · K–12
- Capstone Academy Charter SchoolRiverbend · 4–12
- Cesar Chavez Academy High School · 9–12
- Cornerstone JeffersonDouglass Academy · K–12
- Covenant High School Central · 9–12
- Covenant High School East · 9–12
- Covenant High School Southwest · 9–12
- David Ellis Academy · Pre-K–12
- Detroit Community Schools High School · 9–12
- Detroit Edison Public School Academy High School · 9–12
- Detroit Leadership Academy High School · 7–12
- Detroit Public Safety Academy · 6–12
- Frontier International Academy · K–12
- Hope of Detroit Academy Elementary · K–10
- Hope of Detroit Academy MiddleHigh · K–12
- Jalen Rose Leadership Academy · 9–12
- Joy Preparatory Academy · Pre-K–12
- LincolnKing AdamsYoung Grove Campus · 9–12
- New Paradigm College Prep · Pre-K–12
- Old Redford Academy High · 9–12
- Pathways Academy · 7–12
- The SER Learning Academy East · 9–12
- Universal Academy · K–12
- University Preparatory Academy PSAD High School · 9–12
- University Preparatory Art Design MiddleHigh · 6–12
- University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School · 9–12
- University Yes Academy · K–12
- Voyageur College Prep · 9–12
- WAY Academy Chicago Site · 6–12 · Virtual
- WAY Academy Vernor Site · 6–12 · Virtual
- WAY Michigan · 6–12 · Virtual
Grand Rapids12
- Covenant High School Grand Rapids · 9–12
- Excel Charter Academy · Pre-K–12
- Grand River Preparatory High School · 9–12
- Hope Academy of West Michigan · Pre-K–12
- Lighthouse Academy South Campus · K–12
- Lighthouse Academy The Pier · 9–12
- Lighthouse Academy Waalkes · K–12
- NexTech High School · 9–12
- PrepNet Virtual Academy · K–12 · Virtual
- Wellspring Preparatory High School · 9–12
- West MI Academy of Environmental Science · Pre-K–12
- West Michigan Aviation Academy · 9–12
Flint6
- Flex High North Flint · 9–12
- Flint Cultural Center Academy · K–12
- Flint Cultural Center Academy High School · K–12
- International Academy of Flint K12 · K–12
- The New Standard Academy · Pre-K–12
- WAY Academy Flint Flint Campus · 7–12 · Virtual
Dearborn4
- Advanced Technology Academy · Pre-K–12
- Henry Ford Academy · 9–12
- Riverside Academy West Campus · 6–12
- SER Metro YouthBuild Learning Academy · 9–12
Southfield4
- AGBU AlexMarie Manoogian School · K–12
- Bradford Academy · Pre-K–12
- Crescent Academy MiddleHigh School · 7–10
- Lighthouse Connections Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Ann Arbor3
- Central Academy · Pre-K–12
- Multicultural Academy · Pre-K–11
- Washtenaw Technical Middle College · 9–12
Dearborn Heights3
- Clara B Ford Academy SDA · 5–12
- Star International Academy · Pre-K–12
- Vista Meadows Academy · K–12
Hamtramck3
- Caniff Liberty Academy · Pre-K–9
- CapstoneWayne Co Juvenile Detention Fac · 4–12
- Oakland International Academy 912 · 9–12
Pontiac3
- Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac · Pre-K–12
- Flex High School of Pontiac · 9–12
- Pontiac Academy for Excellence · K–12
Port Huron3
- Blue Water Middle College Academy · 9–12
- St Clair County Intervention Academy · 6–12
- Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County · 6–12 · Virtual
Traverse City3
- Grand Traverse Academy · Pre-K–12
- The Greenspire High School · 9–12
- The Greenspire School · 6–12
Allegan2
- Outlook Academy · 6–12
- Outlook Academy Youth Home Campus · 5–12
Bay City2
- Bay City Academy Farragut Campus · Pre-K–12
- State Street Academy · Pre-K–11
Burton2
- Flex High Burton · 9–12
- Madison Academy High School · 9–12
Center Line2
East Lansing2
- Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS · 9–12 · Virtual
- Great Lakes Learning Academy MSHS · 6–12 · Virtual
Jackson2
- Da Vinci Schools · K–12 · Virtual
- Jackson Preparatory Early College · 6–12
Kalamazoo2
- Kalamazoo Covenant Academy · 9–12
- Youth Advancement Academy · 7–12 · Virtual
Lansing2
- Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School · 9–12
- Insight School of Michigan · 9–12 · Virtual
Manistee2
- Casman Alternative Academy · 7–12
- Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy · Pre-K–12 · Virtual
Midland2
Redford2
- David Ellis Academy West · Pre-K–12
- Westfield Preparatory High School · 7–12
Saginaw2
- Francis Reh PSA · Pre-K–12
- Saginaw Covenant Academy · 9–12
Sterling Hts2
- Huron Academy Grades K2 · Pre-K–12
- New Dawn Academy of Warren · K–9
Taylor2
- Taylor Preparatory High School · 9–12
- Trillium Academy · K–12
Ypsilanti2
- Arbor Preparatory High School · 9–12
- GEE Compass Academy · K–12
Zeeland2
- ICademy Global · K–12 · Virtual
- Innocademy · Pre-K–12
Big Rapids1
- Crossroads Charter Academy · K–12
Boyne City1
- Concord Academy Boyne · K–12
Brimley1
- Ojibwe Charter School · K–12
Byron Center1
- Byron Center Charter School · K–12
Cedar Springs1
- Creative Technologies Academy · Pre-K–12
Clinton Township1
- Macomb Academy · 12
Coldwater1
- Pansophia Academy · K–12
De Tour Vlg1
- DeTour Arts and Technology Academy · Pre-K–12
Eaton Rapids1
- LifeTech Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Elsie1
- Michigan International Prep School · K–12 · Virtual
Essexville1
Farmington Hills1
- Oakland FlexTech High School · 9–12
Fraser1
- Arts Academy in the Woods · 6–12
Garden City1
- Tipton Academy 48 · 4–12
Gobles1
- Michigan Online School · K–12 · Virtual
Grand Ledge1
Greenville1
- Flat River Academy · Pre-K–12
Hastings1
Hazel Park1
- Michigan Virtual Charter Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Hersey1
Hillsdale1
Kimball1
- Landmark Academy · K–12
Lakeland1
- Kensington Woods Schools · 6–12
Madison Heights1
- Keys Grace Academy · K–12
Mancelona1
- North Central Academy Campus · K–12
Marshall1
- Marshall Academy · K–12
Melvindale1
Mesick1
- Highpoint Virtual Academy of MIchigan · K–12 · Virtual
New Haven1
- Merritt Academy · Pre-K–12
Okemos1
- Michigan Connections Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Onaway1
- Presque Isle Academy · 9–12
Petoskey1
- Concord Academy Petoskey · K–12
Saint Helen1
- Charlton Heston Academy · Pre-K–12
Scottville1
- Gateway To Success Academy · 6–12
Shepherd1
Springfield1
Stephenson1
- Uplift Michigan Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Tawas City1
Vestaburg1
- Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan · 9–12 · Virtual
Waterford1
- Oakside Prep Academy · K–12
West Branch1
West Olive1
Westland1
- Universal Learning Academy · Pre-K–12
Whitmore Lake1
- Livingston Classical Academy · K–12
Wilson1
About this Michigan high school list
Schools are included when their reported grade span overlaps 9–12, so a K–8 or K–12 school can appear on more than one grade-level list. This factual list does not rank school quality or show current seat availability. Confirm grades, programs, and admissions directly with each school.
Charter high schools in Michigan: common questions
How many charter high schools are in Michigan?
The 2024–25 federal data lists 173 open public charter schools in Michigan offering at least one grade from 9–12, located in 84 cities.
How do I find charter high schools near me in Michigan?
Browse the city groups on this page, or use the school search with your location, city, or ZIP code and the high grade-level filter.
Are charter high schools in Michigan free?
Charter schools are public schools, so they do not charge tuition for public K–12 grades. Some schools may charge fees for items such as uniforms, activities, or before- and after-school care, so confirm costs with each school.
Are there online charter high schools in Michigan?
Federal records identify 22 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools offering high school grades in Michigan. Confirm current formats and enrollment eligibility with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter high schools in Michigan?
No. This directory does not rank schools or accept paid placement. Compare the reported facts, then confirm programs, admissions, and current performance information directly with each school.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2024–25 school year. How this data works.