--- title: Get the facts about Michigan's charter schools description: Get the facts about the innovative work in Michigan's charter schools, and help us spread the word. --- [![charterschools](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/MAPSA_Nov2016-Images/logo%20(1).png?width=381&height=47&name=logo%20(1).png "logo (1).png")](https://www.charterschools.org/) - [Press Room](https://www.charterschools.org/press-room) - [Find Schools](http://choicesineducation.com/schools/) - [Jobs](https://mapsa.mysmartjobboard.com) - [![](https://www.charterschools.org/hubfs/MAPSA_Nov2016-Images/icon-fb.png)](https://www.facebook.com/MICharters/) - [![](https://www.charterschools.org/hubfs/MAPSA_Nov2016-Images/icon-twitter.png)](https://twitter.com/MICharters) - [![](https://www.charterschools.org/hubfs/MAPSA_Nov2016-Images/icon-instagram.png)](https://www.instagram.com/innovatorsined/) - [![](https://www.charterschools.org/hubfs/MAPSA_Nov2016-Images/icon-youtube.png)](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ3zvTVoGKoYb4MAZtE6zsg) - [Press Room](https://www.charterschools.org/press-room) - [Find Schools](http://choicesineducation.com/schools/) - [Jobs](https://charterschoolscareers.silkroad.com/) [![fact-294 schools.png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/fact-294%20schools.png?width=808&name=fact-294%20schools.png "fact-294 schools.png")](http://charterschools.org/schools) ## Charters are abundant  Charter schools serve a vast and diverse population of students across the state of Michigan. Find charter schools near you [here](http://charterschools.org/schools).    [![fact-friday-performance-2.png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/fact-friday-performance-2.png?width=1080&name=fact-friday-performance-2.png "fact-friday-performance-2.png")](https://www.mischooldata.org/ParentDashboard) ## Charters perform WELL Charter schools are held to the same academic performance standards, and often demonstrate [high performance on state tests](https://www.mischooldata.org/ParentDashboard).   [![fact-53-percent-detroit.png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/fact-53-percent-detroit.png?width=1080&name=fact-53-percent-detroit.png "fact-53-percent-detroit.png")](http://charterschools.org/press-room/2017/10/23/flint-no-2-detroit-no-3-nationally-percentage-students-who-attend-charter) ## Charters are necessary In struggling communities, like Detroit and Flint, charter schools provide a safe, dependable and [innovative education option](http://charterschools.org/press-room/2017/10/23/flint-no-2-detroit-no-3-nationally-percentage-students-who-attend-charter) for families. [![fact-10-percent.png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/fact-10-percent.png?width=1080&name=fact-10-percent.png "fact-10-percent.png")](http://info.charterschools.org/blog/charter-school-parents-speak-out-on-facebook-we-love-our-childs-school) ## There is a need for charters Charter schools offer unique  learning environments, often which [better serve families](http://info.charterschools.org/blog/charter-school-parents-speak-out-on-facebook-we-love-our-childs-school) who are looking for a unique experience.   [![fact-friday-performance-3.png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/fact-friday-performance-3.png?width=1080&name=fact-friday-performance-3.png "fact-friday-performance-3.png")](https://www.facebook.com/MICharters/posts/10156648774310961) ## Charters are under attack Charter schools often [face negative and aggressive attacks](https://www.facebook.com/MICharters/posts/10156648774310961) that use common charter misconceptions to drive false messages.   [![fact-top-3-high-schools.png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/fact-top-3-high-schools.png?width=1080&name=fact-top-3-high-schools.png "fact-top-3-high-schools.png")](https://issuu.com/mapsa/docs/fall_2017_charter_connect_magazine_/20) ## Charters develop leaders Charter schools offer advanced and unique learning opportunities that [better prepare high school graduates](https://issuu.com/mapsa/docs/fall_2017_charter_connect_magazine_/20) for their next steps. [![COST-EFFECTICE-QUOTE-TILE.png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/COST-EFFECTICE-QUOTE-TILE.png?width=1080&name=COST-EFFECTICE-QUOTE-TILE.png "COST-EFFECTICE-QUOTE-TILE.png")](http://info.charterschools.org/2018-michigan-school-aid-budget) ## Charters are cost effective Charter schools are actually funded LESS than traditional public schools, so they have [dynamic and efficient strategies](http://info.charterschools.org/2018-michigan-school-aid-budget) for managing finances.   [![fact-detroit-perfromance.png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/fact-detroit-perfromance.png?width=1080&name=fact-detroit-perfromance.png "fact-detroit-perfromance.png")](http://charterschools.org/news/2017/11/02/finley-data-busts-charters-no-better-myth) ## Charters drive growth Despite local opposition, charter schools in Detroit and other Michigan communities [encourage education growth and improvement.](http://charterschools.org/news/2017/11/02/finley-data-busts-charters-no-better-myth)   [![fact-4-highest-performing .png](https://www.charterschools.org/hs-fs/hubfs/fact-4-highest-performing%20.png?width=1080&name=fact-4-highest-performing%20.png "fact-4-highest-performing .png")](http://charterschools.org/news/2017/05/16/column-charter-schools-are-top-schools) ## Charters are "top" schools For 25 years, charter schools have been challenging the traditional education model, and [achieving high results for students. ](http://charterschools.org/news/2017/05/16/column-charter-schools-are-top-schools) [![](https://www.charterschools.org/hubfs/MAPSA_Nov2016-Images/hands.png) Michigan Association of Public School Academies](https://www.charterschools.org/) [Donate to MAPSA](http://paypal.me/MAPSA) [Become a Member](https://www.charterschools.org/become-a-member) ### Get In Touch 105 W. 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