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Charter Schools in Detroit, Michigan

Due to the Detroit Public Schools' loss of first-class district status, charter schools in the area are expected to increase. A clause in Michigan law bars community colleges from opening charter schools in first-class districts, or school districts with more than 100,000 pupils. In the 2008-09 school year, Detroit Public Schools enrollment dropped below the 100,000 student threshold, and the district lost its first-class status for the first time in years. Shedding the label means more charter schools can set up shop with the help of community colleges, state universities, conventional public school districts or intermediate school districts.

  1. Plymouth Educational Center

    • Plymouth Educational Center is open to students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Part of the school's mission statement is to help youths become great thinkers, learners and productive adults by building a solid educational foundation. After 25 years of evolving from a day care center into a charter school, Plymouth Educational Center opened its door at its current location on Detroit's east side in 1999. It is chartered by Central Michigan University and is governed by a board of directors. The facility houses more than 800 students, with a 25 to 1 student/teacher ratio. Aside from its academic curriculum, Plymouth Educational Center hosts a variety of girls, boys and coed team sports including basketball, cheerleading and flag football. The programs are mainly funded by players' fees and fundraisers.

      Plymouth Educational Center
      1460 East Forest Ave.
      Detroit, MI 48207
      (313) 831-3280
      www.plymouthed.org

    Casa Richard Academy

    • What began as a series of tutorial classes at Casa Maria Community Center developed in what is now Casa Richard Academy. The charter high school is in a permanent location after a stint from 1998 to 2002 at the Latino Family Services Building. Casa Richard Academy's mission is to educate and empower at-risk youths in Wayne County. Classes average 20 students, and the school offers tutoring and mentoring programs.

      Casa Richard Academy
      2635 Howard St.
      Detroit, MI 48216
      (313) 963-7757
      www.casarichardacademy.org

    Hope of Detroit Academy

    • Hope of Detroit Academy is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from kindergarten to eighth grade. The school's mission is to promote a multicultural community of learners who strive for excellence, determination and achievement. A technology literacy program aids students, parents and grandparents in meeting Michigan Educational Technology Standards. After school, an enrichment program in math, grammar, reading and writing is available for interested students. Extracurricular activities offered include performing arts, ballet, hip-hop and soccer.

      Hope of Detroit Academy
      4443 N. Campbell St.
      Detroit, MI 48210
      (313) 897-8720
      www.hopeofdetroit.com

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