For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 182 students in 48446, MI (there are 10 public schools, serving 4,190 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in 48446, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
50% of private schools in 48446, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Private Schools in 48446, MI (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Paul Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
90 Millville Road
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 664-0046
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 664-0046
Gr: NS-8 | 182 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
48446, Michigan Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bishop Kelley Catholic School (Closed 2015)
(Catholic)
926 W Nepessing St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 664-5011
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 664-5011
Gr: NS-8 | 176 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 48446, MI?
2 private schools are located in 48446, MI.
What percentage of students in 48446 go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in 48446 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 48446?
50% of private schools in 48446 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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