Local public school districts and private schools aren’t your child’s only education options. Charter schools in Michigan provide an alternative, and for families looking for Macomb County schools, there are several charter schools from which to choose. Below, browse our roundup of charter schools in Macomb County.
Looking for other charter schools in southeast Michigan. Browse our complete list for a school in your neighborhood, including Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties.
Academy of Warren
- Address: 13943 E. Eight Mile Road, Warren
- Phone: 586-552-8010
- Grades: K-8
- Number of students: 668
- Authorizer: Bay Mills Community College
Encourages cultural diversity through its Spanish and English language courses and global education program. Fosters love for technology and art.
Arts Academy in the Woods
- Address: 32101 Caroline St., Fraser
- Phone: 586-294-0391
- Grades: 9-12
- Number of students: 350
- Authorizer: Macomb ISD
Touts “art every day.” Students can take the equivalent of six fine and performing arts credits in four years. Promotes international cultural exchanges.
Conner Creek Academy East
- Address: 16911 Eastland St., Roseville
- Phone: 586-779-8055
- Grades: K-6
- Number of students: 360
- Authorizer: Ferris State University
Free after-school tutoring, lunch program and busing; plus latchkey, full-day kindergarten and small class sizes. Grades 7-8 and 9-12 are at Michigan Collegiate schools.
Eaton Academy
- Address: 21450 Universal Ave., Eastpointe
- Phone: 586-777-1519
- Grades: K-8
- Number of students: 345
- Authorizer: Central Michigan University
College-prep focus from early on. After-school basketball, cheerleading, flag football and volleyball. Offers pre-K Great Start Readiness Program.
Global Preparatory Academy
- Address: 26200 Ridgemont St., Roseville
- Phone: 586-575-9500
- Grades: PK-6
- Number of students: 130
- Authorizer: Central Michigan University
Core subjects include language arts, math, science and social studies. Also offers specialty subjects like character education and global learning initiatives.
Great Oaks Academy
- Address: 4257 Bart St., Warren
- Phone: 586-427-4540
- Grades: K-8
- Number of students: 741
- Authorizer: Bay Mills Community College
Service Squad, drama club, after-school sports, before- and after-school care, band and more.
Huron Academy – Clinton Township
- Address: 36301 Utica Road, Clinton Township
- Phone: 586-690-8180
- Grades: 3-8
- Number of students: 376
- Authorizer: Ferris State University
Offers hands-on learning, after-school care, extracurricular activities and more.
Huron Academy – Sterling Heights
- Address: 11401 Metropolitan Parkway, Sterling Heights
- Phone: 586-446-9170
- Grades: PK-2
- Number of students: 250 (approximate)
- Authorizer: Ferris State University
Hands-on science program and character education. Offers preschool five days a week.
Macomb Montessori Academy
- Address: 14057 E. Nine Mile Road, Warren
- Phone: 586-359-2138
- Grades: K-6
- Number of students: 212
- Authorizer: Lake Superior State University
Diverse educational community built on the Montessori philosophy that fosters curiosity, creativity and critical thinking.
Merritt Academy
- Address: 59900 Havenridge Road, New Haven
- Phone: 586-749-6000
- Grades: PK-12
- Number of students: 665
- Authorizer: Saginaw Valley State University
Great Start Readiness Program for kids that turn 4 before September; full-day kindergarten for 5 year olds. Plus tutoring, sports, robotics club and band.
Michigan Collegiate – Middle, High
- Address: 31300 Ryan Road, Warren
- Phone: 586-777-5792
- Grades: 7-8 and 9-12
- Number of students: 180 (middle), 410 (high)
- Authorizer: Ferris State University
After-school tutoring, basketball, football, volleyball, track and field and wrestling. Wayne State University C2 Pipeline after-school program. K-6 offerings at Conner Creek Academy East.
Michigan Math & Science Academy – Dequindre
- Address: 27300 Dequindre Road, Warren
- Phone: 586-353-2108
- Grades: K-12
- Number of students: 650 (approximate)
- Authorizer: Grand Valley State University
College prep school with a strong focus in technology and math.
Michigan Math & Science Academy – Lorraine
- Address: 28501 Lorraine Ave., Warren
- Phone: 586-920-2163
- Grades: K-5
- Number of students: 151
- Authorizer: Grand Valley State University
Strong focus on math, science and tech with a college-prep edge.
Mt. Clemens Montessori Academy
- Address: 1070 Hampton Road, Mount Clemens
- Phone: 586-465-5545
- Grades: PK-5
- Number of students: 398
- Authorizer: Bay Mills Community College
Basketball, soccer, Young Rembrandts, Art Explorers and scouts offered. Latchkey and hourly daycare available.
Noor International Academy
- Address: 37412 Dequindre Road, Sterling Heights
- Phone: 586-365-5000
- Grades: PK-7
- Number of students: 220
- Authorizer: Central Michigan University
Rigorous curriculum aligns to state, national and international standards. Arabic language courses and after-school Arabic enrichment.
Prevail Academy
- Address: 353 Cass Ave., Mount Clemens
- Phone: 586-783-0173
- Grades: K-8
- Number of students: 584
- Authorizer: Bay Mills Community College
Before- and after-school care via Precious Angels. Offers basketball, soccer, volleyball, cross-country, band, pottery, photography and clubs.
Reach Academy
- Address: 25275 Chippendale St., Roseville
- Phone: 586-498-9171
- Grades: K-8
- Number of students: 639
- Authorizer: Grand Valley State University
Offers on-site care through the YMCA, nine monthly character virtues, plus a variety of clubs, sports and arts.
In search of more options? You might also consider Macomb County private schools – or browse Macomb County public schools.
This post was originally published in 2015 and is updated regularly.
