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Best 49047 Michigan Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 71 students in 49047, MI (there are 8 public schools, serving 1,859 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in 49047, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
100% of private schools in 49047, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Private Schools in 49047, MI (2026)

Map of Calvary Bible Academy
Calvary Bible Academy
Gr: K-11 | 30 students
Baptist
27032 Marcellus Hwy
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-7296
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Map of St. John Evangelical Lutheran School
St. John Evangelical Lutheran School
Gr: K-8 | 41 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
603 Mccleary St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-3771
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49047, Michigan Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Glenwood Union SDA Elementary School
Glenwood Union SDA Elementary School
Gr: 2-8 | 8 students
Seventh Day Adventist
Rr 2 51355 Glenwood Rd
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-2879
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 49047, MI?
2 private schools are located in 49047, MI.
What percentage of students in 49047 go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in 49047 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 49047?
100% of private schools in 49047 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

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