Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School in Kalamazoo, MI serves co鈥揺d students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 4th grade in a suburban community setting.
The school has an enrollment of 635 students and employs 19 teachers, resulting in a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 33:1.
It is affiliated with the Association of Classical and Christian Schools (ACCS) and holds a Christian religious orientation.
Approximately 11.8% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Kalamazoo Christian Elementary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for largest student body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Student Body
Total Students
635 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School often compared to?
Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School's ranking?
Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School?
The application deadline for Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School vs. Heritage Christian Academy
The nearest high school to Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School is Heritage Christian Academy (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Kalamazoo Christian Middle School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Looking Glass Preschool & Daycare (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3800 S 12th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
- miles
Gr: 5-8 | 247 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
Looking Glass Preschool & Daycare
Daycare / Preschool
5527 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Kalamazoo Christian High School ![Kalamazoo Christian High School Photo - High School entrance.]( "Kalamazoo Christian High School Photo - High School entrance.")
(Calvinist)
2121 Stadium Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2250
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2250
2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1401 Cherry St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Kalamazoo Christian High School ![Kalamazoo Christian High School Photo - High School entrance.]( "Kalamazoo Christian High School Photo - High School entrance.")
(Calvinist)
2121 Stadium Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2250
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2250
2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hackett Catholic Prep
(Catholic)
1000 W Kilgore Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2646
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2646
2.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 215 students
Kalamazoo Christian Middle School
(Calvinist)
3333 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 343-3645
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 343-3645
3 miles
Gr: 7-9 | 231 students Tuition listed
Reformed Heritage Christian School ![Reformed Heritage Christian School Photo]( "Reformed Heritage Christian School Photo")
(Calvinist)
700 Fletcher Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3800 S 12th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
- miles
Gr: 5-8 | 247 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
1401 Cherry St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Kalamazoo Christian Middle School
(Calvinist)
3333 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 343-3645
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 343-3645
3 miles
Gr: 7-9 | 231 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Looking Glass Preschool & Daycare
Daycare / Preschool
5527 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
1401 Cherry St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
West Main KinderCare ![West Main KinderCare Photo - Lobby]( "West Main KinderCare Photo - Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
3939 West Main St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 385-0115
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 385-0115
2.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 Cedar St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
9302.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 399 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 N Phelps St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6950
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6950
9302.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
54080 Gards Prairie Rd
Marcellus, MI 49067
(269) 782-9716
Marcellus, MI 49067
(269) 782-9716
9302.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 40 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
307 E Willow St
Bloomingdale, MI 49026
(269) 521-3935
Bloomingdale, MI 49026
(269) 521-3935
9304.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
(Math: 11% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
629 E Kalamazoo St
Bloomingdale, MI 49026
(269) 521-3910
Bloomingdale, MI 49026
(269) 521-3910
9304.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 516 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
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