Best 48617 Michigan Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 95 students in 48617, MI (there are 5 public schools, serving 1,618 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 48617, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
100% of private schools in 48617, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Amish and Mennonite).

Private Schools in 48617, MI (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
East Dover School
(Amish)
6090 E Dover Rd
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 386-9178
Gr: 1-8 | 31 students
Great Lakes Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
720 Ann Arbor Trl
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 802-1377
Gr: 1-9 | 49 students
8605 Tobacco Dr
Clare, MI 48617
Gr: 1-8 | 15 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 48617, MI?
3 private schools are located in 48617, MI.
What percentage of students in 48617 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 48617 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 48617?
100% of private schools in 48617 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Amish and Mennonite).

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