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Best 49503 Michigan Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,085 students in 49503, MI (there are 17 public schools, serving 4,528 public students). 19% of all K-12 students in 49503, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 49503, MI is Catholic Central High School.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is same as the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
40% of private schools in 49503, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 49503 Michigan Private Schools (2026)

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Catholic Central High School
Gr: 9-12 | 587 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 22 | Extracurriculars: 22
Catholic
319 Sheldon Blvd SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 233-5800
(4)
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Map of Barnstable Academy
Barnstable Academy
Gr: 5-12 | 92 students
72 Monroe Center St Nw Ste B
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 301-1221
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Map of Living Stones Academy
Living Stones Academy
Gr: PK-6 | 253 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Christian
1415 Lyon St NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 803-9654
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Stepping Stones Montessori School
Gr: PK-7 | 153 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
1110 College Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 451-8627
(2)
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49503, Michigan Private Schools (Closed)

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Pyramid Montessori
Gr: PK-K | 20 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
1118 Emerald Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 956-0466
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Map of St. Isidore Catholic Elementary School
St. Isidore Catholic Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 116 students
Catholic
625 Spring Avenue Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 454-1236
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 49503, MI?
The top ranked private schools in 49503, MI is Catholic Central High School.
How many private schools are located in 49503?
4 private schools are located in 49503.
What percentage of students in 49503 go to private school?
19% of all K-12 students in 49503 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 49503?
40% of private schools in 49503 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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