For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 2,708 students in 49512, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49512, MI are West Michigan Aviation Academy, Excel Charter Academy and Prepnet Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 49512 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49512, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49512, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Michigan Aviation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5363 44th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 446-8886
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 446-8886
Gr: 9-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Excel Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4201 Breton Rd Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 281-9339
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 281-9339
Gr: K-12 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Prepnet Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3850 Broadmoor Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 222-1700
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 222-1700
Gr: K-12 | 1,136 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Lighthouse Academy South Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 36th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 949-2287
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 949-2287
Gr: K-12 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
49512, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hamilton Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3303 Breton Road Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 493-5693
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 493-5693
Gr: PK
3303 Breton Road Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 245-2203
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 245-2203
Gr: K-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Prepnet Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3834 52nd St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 929-1326
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 929-1326
Gr: K-12
Wedgwood Campus (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
3300 36th Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 831-5609
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 831-5609
Gr: 3-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 49512, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49512, MI include West Michigan Aviation Academy, Excel Charter Academy and Prepnet Virtual Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 49512?
4 public charter schools are located in 49512.
What is the racial composition of students in 49512?
49512 public charter schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).