We offer a family atmosphere with grades K-8 all in one room.
Prayer and Bible study are part of our daily routine.
We enjoy instruction in both a traditional classroom setting and outdoors.
Our students score above average on standardized tests. Students learn a musical instrument. We serve the community.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Application Deadline: Aug. 30 / Dec. 10 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Grayling Adventist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
The school enlists the support and cooperation of the home in upholding Christian standards of modest appearance. Clothing, cosmetics, and hairstyle should be clean, neat, healthful, modest, natural appearing, and appropriate to the classroom atmosphere.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Aug. 30 / Dec. 10 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is monthly during the months school is in session.
Admissions Director
Rachel Jameson
Admissions Associate
Robert Benson
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Pathfinders
Arts and Music Programs:
ChimesStrings Program
School Notes
- School Motto: Encounter Jesus, Experience Excellence, Share
- Grayling Seventh-day Adventist School's mission is to lead students into a personal relationship with Christ and an intimate knowledge of His word. Children in this school will be directed towards a life of service through the "harmonious development of the physical, the mental and the spiritual powers" (Education, p. 13). School experiences will be designed to lead children to a desire for service within the church as well as the local and global communities.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Chandler Marsh - Graduated High School with honors.
- Cole Marsh - Graduated High School with honors.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Grayling Adventist Elementary School?
Grayling Adventist Elementary School famous alumni include: Chandler Marsh and Cole Marsh.
What is Grayling Adventist Elementary School's ranking?
Grayling Adventist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Grayling Adventist Elementary School?
The application deadline for Grayling Adventist Elementary School is Aug. 30 / Dec. 10 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 30 / Dec. 10 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Grayling Adventist Elementary School is Immanuel Christian School (11.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Catholic School (24.9 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Immanuel Christian School
(Baptist)
2794 W Maplehurst Dr
Roscommon, MI 48653
(989) 275-4363
Roscommon, MI 48653
(989) 275-4363
11.5 miles
Gr: K-11 | 29 students Tuition listed
1039 W Houghton Lake Dr
Prudenville, MI 48651
(989) 366-5592
Prudenville, MI 48651
(989) 366-5592
24.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students
Grace Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
232 S Townline Rd
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5676
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5676
26.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
1377 M-32
Gaylord, MI 49734
(989) 732-8333
Gaylord, MI 49734
(989) 732-8333
26.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 141 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School
(Catholic)
321 N Otsego Ave
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5801
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5801
26.1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 225 students Avg. class size: 16 students
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