For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 131 students in 49120, MI (there are 16 public schools, serving 4,613 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in 49120, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 49120, MI is St. Mary's School.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
100% of private schools in 49120, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).
Top Ranked 49120 Michigan Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Mary's School![St. Mary's School Photo - St. Mary's School was thrilled to be able to collect a stage full of relief items for the victims of Hurricane Milton. We believe service is a powerful educational tool at St. Mary's! St. Mary's School Photo - St. Mary's School was thrilled to be able to collect a stage full of relief items for the victims of Hurricane Milton. We believe service is a powerful educational tool at St. Mary's!]()

Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
217 S Lincoln Avenue
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-9191
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-9191
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Niles Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
110 N Fairview Ave
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-5444
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-5444
Gr: K-8 | 66 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 49120, MI?
The top ranked private schools in 49120, MI is St. Mary's School.
How many private schools are located in 49120?
2 private schools are located in 49120.
What percentage of students in 49120 go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in 49120 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 49120?
100% of private schools in 49120 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).
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