For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 250 students in 48074, MI (there are , serving 1,183 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in 48074, MI are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 48074, MI is New Life Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
100% of private schools in 48074, MI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Top Ranked 48074 Michigan ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5517 Griswold Road
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 367-3770
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 367-3770
Gr: PK-12 | 182 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Blue Water Christian Academy
(Christian)
1620 Wadhams Rd
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 367-4257
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 367-4257
Gr: PK-12 | 68 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 48074, MI?
The top ranked private schools in 48074, MI is New Life Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in 48074?
2 private schools are located in 48074.
What percentage of students in 48074 go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in 48074 are educated in private schools (compared to the MI state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 48074?
100% of private schools in 48074 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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