At New Era Christian School, we believe that each student has a unique purpose and calling from God. Our mission is to help students grow academically, spiritually, and personally so that they can fulfill that calling and live a meaningful life. We are a rural preschool through 8th-grade school of approximately 100 students. We are located about 30 minutes south of Ludington, MI, and 30 minutes north of Muskegon, MI. The atmosphere at New Era Christian School makes it a great place for our students, staff, and parents to come to each day. We are a member of Christian Schools International.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,600
- Application Deadline: Jun. 30
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
New Era Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
89 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jun. 30
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Marilee Bailey
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does New Era Christian School cost?
New Era Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,600 for private students.
What schools are New Era Christian School often compared to?
New Era Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Oceana Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does New Era Christian School offer?
New Era Christian School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is New Era Christian School's ranking?
New Era Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for New Era Christian School?
The application deadline for New Era Christian School is Jun. 30.
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Popular comparisons: New Era Christian School vs. Oceana Christian School
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The nearest high school to New Era Christian School is Muskegon Catholic Central (23.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. James Catholic School (9.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Oceana Christian School (10.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
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Oceana Christian School
(Baptist)
3258 N 72nd Ave
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
10.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 124 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Oceana Christian School
(Baptist)
3258 N 72nd Ave
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
10.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 124 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Oceana Christian School
(Baptist)
3258 N 72nd Ave
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
10.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 124 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. James Catholic School
(Catholic)
5149 Dowling Street
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 893-2972
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 893-2972
9.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 40 students
Oceana Christian School
(Baptist)
3258 N 72nd Ave
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
10.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 124 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Holton Ev Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
6655 Marvin Rd
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-0032
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-0032
16.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 22 students
Cornerstone Christian Academy
(Christian)
405 W 44th St
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-4705
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-4705
20.2 miles
Gr: K-7 | 20 students Tuition listed
Fremont Christian School
(Christian)
208 Hillcrest Ave
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-2740
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-2740
21.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Muskegon Catholic Central ![Muskegon Catholic Central Photo]( "Muskegon Catholic Central Photo")
(Catholic)
1145 W Laketon Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 291-0324
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 291-0324
23.8 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 360 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Western Michigan Christian High School
(Christian)
455 E Ellis Rd
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 799-9644
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 799-9644
28 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 327 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calvary Christian Schools
(Christian)
5873 Kendra Rd
Fruitport, MI 49415
(231) 865-2141
Fruitport, MI 49415
(231) 865-2141
29.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 210 students Avg. class size: 17 students
14471 Sparta Ave
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-7480
Kent City, MI 49330
(616) 678-7480
34.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 4
St. Peters Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
408 W Bellevue St
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-6684
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-6684
43.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 108 students Sports: 2
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. James Catholic School
(Catholic)
5149 Dowling Street
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 893-2972
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 893-2972
9.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 40 students
Oceana Christian School
(Baptist)
3258 N 72nd Ave
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
10.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 124 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Holton Ev Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
6655 Marvin Rd
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-0032
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-0032
16.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 22 students
Cornerstone Christian Academy
(Christian)
405 W 44th St
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-4705
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-4705
20.2 miles
Gr: K-7 | 20 students Tuition listed
Fremont Christian School
(Christian)
208 Hillcrest Ave
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-2740
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-2740
21.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Oceana Christian School
(Baptist)
3258 N 72nd Ave
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-2514
10.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 124 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Fremont Christian School
(Christian)
208 Hillcrest Ave
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-2740
Fremont, MI 49412
(231) 924-2740
21.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students
Muskegon Christian School ![Muskegon Christian School Photo]( "Muskegon Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
1220 Eastgate St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-3221
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-3221
23.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 264 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Muskegon Catholic Central ![Muskegon Catholic Central Photo]( "Muskegon Catholic Central Photo")
(Catholic)
1145 W Laketon Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 291-0324
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 291-0324
23.8 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 360 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
West Shore Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3225 Roosevelt Rd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-1048
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-1048
25.5 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 111 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Pentwater Public School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Park St
Pentwater, MI 49449
(231) 869-4100
Pentwater, MI 49449
(231) 869-4100
9382.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 226 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Montague High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4900 Stanton Blvd
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 894-2661
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 894-2661
9384.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 419 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Oehrli Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4859 Knudsen St
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 894-9018
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 894-9018
9384.1 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 436 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Nellie B Chisholm Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4700 Stanton Blvd
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 894-5617
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 894-5617
9384.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 307 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Hart High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Johnson St W
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-5691
Hart, MI 49420
(231) 873-5691
9384.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 422 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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