Novi Christian Academy Photo - Our beautiful modern campus is located in Novi, MI, on the NW corner of M5 and 13 Mile Road.

Best Novi Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,436 students in Novi, MI (there are 14 public schools, serving 8,467 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Novi, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in Novi, MI include Detroit Catholic Central High School and Novi Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is same as the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
29% of private schools in Novi, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).

Top-Ranked Novi Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Detroit Catholic Central High School
Detroit Catholic Central High School Photo - Our robotics team
All-boys (Catholic)
(3)
27225 Wixom Road
Novi, MI 48374
(248) 596-3810
Gr: 9-12 | 940 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Novi Christian Academy
Novi Christian Academy Photo - Each year, FRCS students and staff dedicate an entire day to community service. This group served at Detroit Rescue Mission for the day. In addition, graduates must complete a minimum of 40 hours of community service for graduation.
(Assembly of God)
(2)
40800 W. Thirteen Mile Road.
Novi, MI 48377
(248) 668-7100
Gr: K-12 | 355 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Beck Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
27375 Beck Rd
Novi, MI 48374
(248) 513-4634
Gr: NS-PK
Novi KinderCare
Novi KinderCare Photo - Toddler A Classroom
Daycare / Preschool
24250 Homestead
Novi, MI 48374
(248) 305-5461
Gr: NS-PK
Novi Northville Montessori Center
Montessori School
23835 Novi Rd
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 348-3033
Gr: PK | 39 students
Oakland Montessori Academy
Montessori School
42800 W 13 Mile Rd
Novi, MI 48377
(248) 624-2211
Gr: PK-K | 102 students Tuition listed
24055 Meadowbrook Rd
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 349-5234
Gr: 10 Tuition listed

Overview

This Town (Novi)
This State (MI)
# Schools
7 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,436 Students
147,690 Students
% Average Students of Color
21%
19%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
122 Teachers
11,531 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
48%
56%
Average Class Size
23 students
17 students
Average Number of AP Courses
14 courses
11 courses
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,038
$10,240
Average % on Financial Aid
19%
32%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,000
$3,004
Average Acceptance Rate
88%
88%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.39
0.52
# American Indian Students
8 Students
464 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
n/a
# Asian Students
45 Students
4,113 Students
% Asian Students
3%
3%
# Hispanic Students
36 Students
5,548 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
4%
# Black Students
88 Students
6,925 Students
% Black Students
6%
5%
# White Students
1,140 Students
98,129 Students
% White Students
77%
65%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
180 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
156 Students
34,838 Students
% of Others Students
11%
23%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
14 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Novi, MI?
The top-ranked private schools in Novi, MI include Detroit Catholic Central High School and Novi Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Novi?
7 private schools are located in Novi.
How diverse are private schools in Novi?
Novi private schools are approximately 21% minority students, which is higher than the Michigan private school average of 19%.
What percentage of students in Novi go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Novi are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Novi?
29% of private schools in Novi are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).
Which private schools in Novi are often viewed compared to one another?

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