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Michigan Catholic Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 190 catholic private elementary schools serving 46,068 students in Michigan. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Michigan.

The catholic private elementary schools in Michigan include Academy Of The Sacred Heart, Divine Child Elementary & High School, and Battle Creek Area Catholic Schools.

The average tuition cost is $5,914, which is lower than the Michigan private elementary school average tuition cost of $7,989.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 190
# Students Served: 46,068

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 190
# Students Served: 46,068

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private elementary schools in Michigan?

The catholic private elementary schools in Michigan include Academy Of The Sacred Heart, Divine Child Elementary & High School, and Battle Creek Area Catholic Schools.

How many catholic private elementary schools are located in Michigan?

190 catholic private elementary schools are located in Michigan.

How much do catholic private elementary schools cost in Michigan?

The average tuition cost is $5,914, which is lower than the Michigan private school average tuition cost of $7,989.

How diverse are catholic private elementary schools in Michigan?

Michigan catholic private elementary schools are approximately 16% minority students, which is lower than the Michigan private school average of 18%.

Michigan Catholic Private Elementary Schools Trends

190

Private Schools

46,068

Students

$5,914

Avg. Tuition

16%

Students of Color

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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