For the 2026 school year, there are 892 private schools serving 148,021 students in Michigan (there are 3,506 public schools, serving 1,376,194 students). 10% of all K-12 students in Michigan attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $9,545 for elementary schools and $13,905 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Michigan include Cranbrook Schools, University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy, and Mercy High School.
The average acceptance rate is 88% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 19% and the student-teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top-Ranked Michigan Private Schools by County (2026)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in Michigan?
The top-ranked private schools in Michigan include Cranbrook Schools, University Of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy, and Mercy High School.
How many private schools are located in Michigan?
There are 892 private schools are located in Michigan.
How much do private schools cost in Michigan?
The average private school tuition in Michigan is $9,545 for elementary schools and $13,905 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Michigan?
Approximately 19% of students in Michigan private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Michigan go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Michigan attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Michigan?
Which private schools in Michigan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Michigan include: Imlay City Christian School vs. St. Paul Lutheran School, St. Paul Lutheran School vs. Imlay City Christian School, New Era Christian School vs. Oceana Christian School
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