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Best Michigan Religiously Affiliated Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 666 religiously affiliated private schools serving 125,524 students in Michigan (75% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $8,339, which is lower than the Michigan private school average tuition cost of $10,168.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Catholic (33% of schools), Christian (18% of schools) and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (13% of schools).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 666
  • # Students Served: 125,524

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 666
  • # Students Served: 125,524

Top Ranked Michigan Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026-27)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Amish
12
361
-
Assembly of God
4
818
25%
Baptist
50
5,786
15%
Brethren
3
121
-
Calvinist
21
8,478
9%
Catholic
219
55,401
17%
Christian
119
25,652
17%
Church of the Nazarene
4
465
17%
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
2
241
11%
Islamic
19
3,397
31%
Jewish
17
3,891
3%
Latter Day Saints
1
35
14%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
86
13,126
12%
Mennonite
5
201
5%
Methodist
5
202
43%
Other
13
1,802
16%
Other Lutheran
6
474
17%
Pentecostal
1
-
-
Presbyterian
3
297
-
Seventh Day Adventist
41
2,556
37%
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
36
2,220
10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Michigan?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Michigan include South Christian High School, Hope Christian Academy, and 3246 Pierce.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in Michigan?
666 religiously affiliated private schools are located in Michigan.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in Michigan?
The average tuition cost is $8,339, which is lower than the Michigan private school average tuition cost of $10,168.

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