For the 2024 school year, there are 899 private schools serving 145,441 students in Michigan (there are 3,540 public schools, serving 1,394,596 students). 9% of all K-12 students in Michigan are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $6,853 for elementary schools and $12,387 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Michigan include St. Mary Catholic School, Rudolf Steiner School Of Ann Arbor and Childrens Prep Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 93% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 19% and the student:teacher ratio is 14:1.
Top Ranked Michigan Private Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Michigan?
The best top ranked private schools in Michigan include St. Mary Catholic School, Rudolf Steiner School Of Ann Arbor and Childrens Prep Academy.
How many private schools are located in Michigan?
899 private schools are located in Michigan.
How much do private schools cost in Michigan?
The average private school tuition in Michigan is $6,853 for elementary schools and $12,387 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Michigan?
Michigan private schools are approximately 19% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Michigan go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Michigan are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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