For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 798 students in 49441, MI (there are 12 public schools, serving 6,134 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 49441, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 49441, MI include Western Michigan Christian High School and Muskegon Catholic Central.
The average acceptance rate is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
Top-Ranked 49441 Michigan Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Muskegon Catholic Central![Muskegon Catholic Central Photo]( "Muskegon Catholic Central Photo")
(Catholic)
1145 W Laketon Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 291-0324
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 291-0324
Gr: NS-12 | 360 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Western Michigan Christian High School
(Christian)
455 E Ellis Rd
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 799-9644
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 799-9644
Gr: 7-12 | 327 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
West Shore Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3225 Roosevelt Rd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-1048
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-1048
Gr: NS-8 | 111 students
49441, Michigan Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Michigan Dunes Montessori (Closed 2013)
Montessori School
5248 Henry Street
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 798-7293
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 798-7293
Gr: PK-K | 17 students
2947 Mccracken Street
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-1045
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-1045
Gr: PK-5 | 184 students
215 W Dale Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 722-4666
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 722-4666
Gr: PK-5 | 78 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 49441, MI?
The top-ranked private schools in 49441, MI include Western Michigan Christian High School and Muskegon Catholic Central.
How many private schools are located in 49441?
3 private schools are located in 49441.
What percentage of students in 49441 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 49441 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
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