49504 Michigan Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 2,013 students in 49504, MI (there are 13 public schools, serving 3,741 public students). 35% of all K-12 students in 49504, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 49504, MI include Holy Spirit School, West Catholic High School, and West Side Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 91%, which is same as the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
100% of private schools in 49504, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 2,013
  • Average Tuition: $7,442
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 53%
  • Acceptance Rate: 91%
  • Average Class Size: 18 students
  • % Students of Color: 15%
  • View 49504 Michigan School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 2,013
  • Average Tuition: $7,442
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 53%
  • Acceptance Rate: 91%
  • Average Class Size: 18 students
  • % Students of Color: 15%
  • View 49504 Michigan School Trends

Top Ranked 49504 Michigan Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Grand Rapids Seventh-day Adventist Academy
Gr: K-12 | 126 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1151 Oakleigh Road NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 791-9797
Map of Holy Spirit School
Gr: PK-8 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
2222 Lake Michigan Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 735-6030
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School Photo
Gr: NS-8 | 272 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
2510 Richmond St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 453-8229
West Catholic High School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 493 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 24 | Extracurriculars: 22
Catholic
1801 Bristol Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 233-5900
Map of West Side Christian School
Gr: PK-8 | 516 students
Christian
955 Westend Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 453-3925
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Map of Sacred Heart Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 258 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 2
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
1200 Dayton St Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 459-0948
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49504, Michigan Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. James Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students
Catholic
750 1st Street Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 454-2567

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 49504, MI?
The top ranked private schools in 49504, MI include Holy Spirit School, West Catholic High School, and West Side Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 49504?
6 private schools are located in 49504.
How diverse are private schools in 49504?
49504 private schools are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the Michigan private school average of 19%.
What percentage of students in 49504 go to private school?
35% of all K-12 students in 49504 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 49504?
100% of private schools in 49504 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).

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