For the 2025 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 955 students in 49085, MI (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,029 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in 49085, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 49085, MI include Michigan Lutheran High School, Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School, and Trinity Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 78%, which is lower than the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
Top Ranked 49085 Michigan Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School
(Catholic)
3165 Washington Avenue
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-0227
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-0227
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
615 E Marquette Woods Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
613 Court St
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 983-3056
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 983-3056
Gr: K-8 | 106 students
Grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
404 East Glenlord Road
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Great Lakes Montessori
Montessori School (Christian)
3084 Niles Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 556-0354
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 556-0354
Gr: PK-K | 118 students
915 Pleasant St.
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 983-2511
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 983-2511
Gr: 6-12 | 171 students
49085, Michigan Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Peace Boulevard KinderCare (Closed 2025)
Daycare / Preschool
219 Peace Blvd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 408-0001
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 408-0001
Gr: NS-PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 49085, MI?
The top ranked private schools in 49085, MI include Michigan Lutheran High School, Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School, and Trinity Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 49085?
6 private schools are located in 49085.
How diverse are private schools in 49085?
49085 private schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is higher than the Michigan private school average of 18%.
What percentage of students in 49085 go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in 49085 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
Recent Articles
7 Ways Kids Can Avoid Summer Brain Drain
The summer "Brain Drain," also known as the "Summer Slide" is a term commonly used by educators and parents alike to describe the learning loss that takes place for many students during summer months. We polled the experts and found the 7 best ways parents and kids can combat the problem head on.
What's Being Taught?
This article examines the academic offerings in American private high schools, discussing graduation requirements, college preparation, accreditation, and advanced programs like AP and IB. It emphasizes the importance of understanding a school's curriculum when choosing the right educational environment for a child.
Waldorf Schools
Waldorf schools offer a well thought out approach to K-12 education.
