For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,236 students in 49201, MI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49201, MI are Paragon Charter Academy, Jackson Preparatory Early College and Da Vinci Schools 612. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 49201 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 49201, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 49201, MI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paragon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3750 Mccain Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Gr: K-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Gr: 6-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Da Vinci Schools 612
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2985 Springport Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Gr: 6-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
49201, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
900 E. Pearl Street
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Minority enrollment: 39%
6900 Rives Junction Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Gr: K-1 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
1226 S Wisner St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Gr: PK-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Ta Wilson School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
310 West Morrell St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 49201, MI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 49201, MI include Paragon Charter Academy, Jackson Preparatory Early College and Da Vinci Schools 612.
How many public charter schools are located in 49201?
3 public charter schools are located in 49201.
What is the racial composition of students in 49201?
49201 public charter schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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