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Best 48116 Michigan Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 881 students in 48116, MI (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,398 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 48116, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 48116, MI include St. Patrick School, Brighton Montessori, and Holy Spirit Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
80% of private schools in 48116, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 48116 Michigan Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Brighton Montessori
Brighton Montessori
Gr: PK-K | 91 students
Montessori School
5291 Ethel St
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 522-5222
(2)
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Holy Spirit Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 83 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Catholic
9565 Musch Road
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 900-9050
(4)
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Map of St. Patrick School
St. Patrick School
Gr: K-8 | 450 students
Avg. class size: 26 students
Catholic
1001 Orndorf Dr
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 229-7946
(1)
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Livingston Christian Schools
Gr: PK-12 | 237 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
7669 Brighton Rd.
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 900-1200
(2)
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Map of Tri-lakes Baptist Christian School
Tri-lakes Baptist Christian School
Gr: K-5 | 20 students
Baptist
9100 Lee Road
Brighton, MI 48116
(810) 229-9402
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 48116, MI?
The top ranked private schools in 48116, MI include St. Patrick School, Brighton Montessori, and Holy Spirit Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 48116?
5 private schools are located in 48116.
How diverse are private schools in 48116?
48116 private schools are approximately 6% minority students, which is lower than the Michigan private school average of 19%.
What percentage of students in 48116 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 48116 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 48116?
80% of private schools in 48116 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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