Shajara Tayyiba School in Canton, MI, serves 85 co–educational students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with 21 total teachers, supporting small class sizes.
Established with an Islamic religious affiliation, the school offers regular elementary and secondary programs.
Shajara Tayyiba School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for student diversity, with 78% of students identifying as students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Shajara Tayyiba School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Shajara Tayyiba School often compared to?
Shajara Tayyiba School is often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Academy International by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Shajara Tayyiba School?
The application deadline for Shajara Tayyiba School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Shajara Tayyiba School vs. Crescent Academy International
The nearest high school and elementary school to Shajara Tayyiba School is Plymouth Christian Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Rosey's Romper Room (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rosey's Romper Room
Daycare / Preschool
8116 N Canton Center Road
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-1580
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-1580
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-K | 180 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
6697 N. Canton Center Road
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 454-4737
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 454-4737
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-K Avg. class size: 10 students
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
951 N Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 981-8463
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 981-8463
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
Plymouth-canton Montessori School
Montessori School
45245 Joy Rd.
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-1550
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-1550
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 91 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition listed
43065 Joy Road
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-3505
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-3505
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 702 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
43065 Joy Road
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-3505
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-3505
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 702 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Alternative School
15374 N Haggerty Rd
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 548-8740
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 548-8740
4.5 miles
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
33740 Cowan Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 525-0160
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 525-0160
5.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
33300 Cowan Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 422-2090
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 422-2090
5.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 186 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Westland Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
34033 Palmer Rd
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 326-3581
Westland, MI 48186
(734) 326-3581
6.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
43065 Joy Road
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-3505
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-3505
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 702 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
48735 Warren Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-2490
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-2490
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 615 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1151 William St
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 453-3053
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 453-3053
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 451 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
650 Church St, Rm 119
Plymouth, MI 48170
(248) 957-8200
Plymouth, MI 48170
(248) 957-8200
2.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 15 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
38945 Ann Arbor Rd.
Livonia, MI 48150
(734) 464-2789
Livonia, MI 48150
(734) 464-2789
3 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 71 students Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rosey's Romper Room
Daycare / Preschool
8116 N Canton Center Road
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-1580
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-1580
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-K | 180 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
6697 N. Canton Center Road
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 454-4737
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 454-4737
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-K Avg. class size: 10 students
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
951 N Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 981-8463
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 981-8463
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
Plymouth-canton Montessori School
Montessori School
45245 Joy Rd.
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-1550
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-1550
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 91 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition listed
43065 Joy Road
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-3505
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 459-3505
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 702 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Parker Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Wright Rd
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-4600
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 552-4600
9378.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 1,011 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Saline Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7265 N Ann Arbor St
Saline, MI 48176
(734) 401-4040
Saline, MI 48176
(734) 401-4040
9378.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Young Adult Program
Special Education School
7265 N Ann Arbor St
Saline, MI 48176
(734) 401-4006
Saline, MI 48176
(734) 401-4006
9378.8 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 17 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Heritage School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
290 Woodland Dr
Saline, MI 48176
(734) 401-4101
Saline, MI 48176
(734) 401-4101
9378.9 miles
Gr: 4-5 | 646 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
High Point School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1735 S Wagner Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 994-8111
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 994-8111
9378.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 51 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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