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Best Michigan Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 594 private daycares & preschools serving 103,474 students in Michigan.

The private daycares & preschools in Michigan include Cranbrook Schools, Emerson School, and Academy Of The Sacred Heart.

The average tuition cost is $7,686, which is lower than the Michigan average tuition cost of $8,925.

67% of private daycares & preschools in Michigan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 594
# Students Served: 103,474

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 594
# Students Served: 103,474

Michigan Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

593

Private Schools

103,474

Students

$7,686

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

18%

Students of Color

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Michigan?

The private daycares & preschools in Michigan include Cranbrook Schools, Emerson School, and Academy Of The Sacred Heart.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Michigan?

594 private daycares & preschools are located in Michigan.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Michigan?

The average tuition cost is $7,686, which is lower than the Michigan private school average tuition cost of $8,925.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Michigan?

Michigan private daycares & preschools are approximately 18% minority students, which is lower than the Michigan private school average of 19%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Michigan?

67% of private daycares & preschools in Michigan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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