For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 77 students in Leelanau County, MI.
The top ranked public charter school in Leelanau County, MI is Leelanau Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leelanau County, MI public charter school have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in Leelanau County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter Schools in Leelanau County (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leelanau Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7401 E Duck Lake Rd
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 994-2074
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 994-2074
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Leelanau County ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3375 West Burdickville Rd
Maple City, MI 49664
(231) 334-3061
Maple City, MI 49664
(231) 334-3061
Gr: K-12 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Great Lakes K-12 School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
500 S Elm St, 500 S Elm St
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 668-1923
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 668-1923
Gr: K-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Leelanau Peninsula High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
7401 E. Duck Lake Rd, Ste 200
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 256-2426
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 256-2426
Gr: 9-12
Suttons Bay Earlymiddle College High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
500 South Elm St, Po Box 367
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8685
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8685
Gr: 10-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in Leelanau County, MI?
The top ranked public charter schools in Leelanau County, MI include Leelanau Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in Leelanau County?
1 public charter schools are located in Leelanau County.
What is the racial composition of students in Leelanau County?
Leelanau County public charter schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Recent Articles

School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
Explore school choice vs. neighborhood schools in 2025. Learn key factors parents should weigh when deciding the best fit for their child.

Best School Match 2025: ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø vs Charter vs Magnet
Compare 2025 public, charter, and magnet school options with updated data, trends, and strategies to find the best fit.

ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Boundaries and Equity in 2025
Explore how public school boundaries shape access, equity, and opportunity for students in 2025. Learn the impact on families and education policy.