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Michigan Private Elementary Schools Belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 19 private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) serving 7,293 students in Michigan.
The average tuition cost is $22,108, which is higher than the Michigan private elementary school average tuition cost of $7,348.
16% of private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Michigan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Michigan include Emerson School, University Liggett School, and Academy Of The Sacred Heart.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 19

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 19

Top Ranked Private Elementary Schools Belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Michigan (2026-27)

Emerson School Photo
Emerson School
Gr: PK-8 | 315 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 9
5425 Scio Church Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 665-5662
(8)
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Greenhills School Photo
Greenhills School
Gr: PK-12 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 38
850 Greenhills Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
(734) 769-4010
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Steiner School of Ann Arbor Photo
Steiner School of Ann Arbor
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 10
Waldorf School
2775 Newport Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 995-4141
(9)
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Eton Academy Photo
Eton Academy
Gr: K-12 | 186 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 17
Special Education School
1755 E Melton Rd
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 642-1150
(1)
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The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo
The Grosse Pointe Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 232 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 7
171 Lake Shore Road
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 886-1221
(3)
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Academy Of The Sacred Heart Photo
Academy Of The Sacred Heart
Gr: PK-12 | 512 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
1250 Kensington Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
(248) 646-8900
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Map of Detroit Country Day School
Detroit Country Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,457 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 23 | Extracurriculars: 2
Specialized Curriculum
22305 W Thirteen Mile Road
Franklin, MI 48025
(248) 646-7717
(1)
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Detroit Waldorf School Photo
Detroit Waldorf School
Gr: PK-8 | 244 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 10
Alternative School
2555 Burns
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 822-0300
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FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 Photo
FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12
Gr: 6-12 | 260 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 2
Specialized Curriculum
1051 Oakland Avenue
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-7300
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Notre Dame Preparatory School Photo
Notre Dame Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,000 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 21 | Extracurriculars: 23
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
1300 Giddings Road
Pontiac, MI 48340
(248) 373-5300
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Southfield Christian School Photo
Southfield Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 620 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 28
Baptist
28650 Lahser Road
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 357-3660
(1)
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University Liggett School Photo
University Liggett School
Gr: PK-12 | 583 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 4
1045 Cook Road
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
(313) 884-4444
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Map of Ann Arbor Academy
Ann Arbor Academy
Gr: 4-12 | 65 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Special Education School
111 East Mosley Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 747-6641
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Map of The Children's House
The Children's House
Gr: PK-8 | 251 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
5363 N Long Lake Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 929-9325
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Japhet School Photo
Japhet School
Gr: PK-8 | 65 students
Specialized Curriculum
839 S. Crooks Road
Clawson, MI 48017
(248) 585-9150
(2)
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Kazoo School Photo
Kazoo School
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Alternative School
1401 Cherry St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
(3)
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The Pathfinder School Photo
The Pathfinder School
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 7
11930 S West Bay Shore Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 995-3800
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The Roeper School PreK-5 Photo
The Roeper School PreK-5
Gr: NS-5 | 242 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 5
Specialized Curriculum
41190 Woodward Ave.
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
(248) 203-7300
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Steppingstone School Photo
Steppingstone School
Gr: K-8 | 15 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Specialized Curriculum
650 Church St, Rm 119
Plymouth, MI 48170
(248) 957-8200
(2)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Michigan?
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Michigan include Emerson School, University Liggett School, and Academy Of The Sacred Heart.
How many private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) are located in Michigan?
19 private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) are located in Michigan.
How much do private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) cost in Michigan?
The average tuition cost is $22,108, which is higher than the Michigan private school average tuition cost of $7,348.
How diverse are private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Michigan?
Michigan private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) are approximately 24% minority students, which is higher than the Michigan private school average of 18%.
What percentage of private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) are religiously affiliated in Michigan?
16% of private elementary schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Michigan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).
19
Private Schools
7,293
Students
$22,108
Avg. Tuition
24%
Students of Color
8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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