For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 49 students in 49078, MI (there are 5 public schools, serving 2,074 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in 49078, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
100% of private schools in 49078, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
Private Schools in 49078, MI (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Otsego Christian Academy
(Baptist)
247 E Allegan St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-6318
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-6318
Gr: PK-10 | 45 students
Peace Evangelical Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
805 S Wilmott St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-6104
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-6104
Gr: 2-4 | 4 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
49078, Michigan Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Margaret School (Closed 2025)
(Catholic)
736 S Farmer St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-2951
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-2951
Gr: PK-6 | 69 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 49078, MI?
2 private schools are located in 49078, MI.
What percentage of students in 49078 go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in 49078 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 49078?
100% of private schools in 49078 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
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