Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,450
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Northern Michigan Christian School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,450
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Northern Michigan Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Arrowsmith Program
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Motto
Northern Michigan Christian School exists to educate God's children by challenging minds, nurturing hearts, and developing gifts for service in Christ's Kingdom.
Student Body
Total Students
247 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 19%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
29%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average ACT score
21
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
List of Courses Offered
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$1,100-5,500 Pre-Kindergarten based off number of days attending
$5,700 Kindergarten
$7,700 Elementary
$8,450 Middle and High School
% on Financial Aid
27%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,150
Admissions Director
Scott Curell
Admissions Associate
Elisha Helsel
Application URL
Endowment Size
$1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
High School Student CouncilMiddle School Student Council
National Honor Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir and Band
School Notes
- Northern Michigan Christian School exists to educate God's children by challenging minds, nurturing hearts and developing gifts for service in Christ's kingdom.
- Daily classroom devotions and School Chapels are integral parts of the schedule.
- At NMCS teachers instruct from a Christian point of view that honors God, respects all people, advocates moral integrity and spiritual maturity, and is consistent with Biblical principles.
- We are a Christ-Centered school.
- We value and stand with our families and churches.
- We are committed to academic excellence.
- We are committed to being a community of Christian practice.
- We value all of God's children.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northern Michigan Christian School cost?
Northern Michigan Christian School's tuition is approximately $8,450 for private students.
What sports does Northern Michigan Christian School offer?
Northern Michigan Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Northern Michigan Christian School's ranking?
Northern Michigan Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Northern Michigan Christian School?
The application deadline for Northern Michigan Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Northern Michigan Christian School is Northview Sda Christian School (9.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Ann School (11.3 miles away)
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Distance: 9.4 mi
Gr: 1-11 | 25 students
Seventh Day Adventist
202 N Carmel St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-3622
Distance: 11.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
800 W 13th Street
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-1301
Distance: 11.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 120 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
1706 Wright St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-4272
Distance: 22.2 mi
Gr: K-12 | 44 students
Methodist
3976 80th Ave
Evart, MI 49631
(231) 734-3771
Distance: 26.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 84 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
139 W Church Ave
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5186
Distance: 9.4 mi
Gr: 1-11 | 25 students
Seventh Day Adventist
202 N Carmel St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-3622
Distance: 11.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 120 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
1706 Wright St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-4272
Distance: 22.2 mi
Gr: K-12 | 44 students
Methodist
3976 80th Ave
Evart, MI 49631
(231) 734-3771
Distance: 33.1 mi
Gr: 1-9 | 49 students
Mennonite
720 Ann Arbor Trl
Clare, MI 48617
(989) 802-1377
Distance: 35.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3
Baptist
3956 N M 18
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 240-2190
Distance: 9.4 mi
Gr: 1-11 | 25 students
Seventh Day Adventist
202 N Carmel St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-3622
Distance: 11.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
800 W 13th Street
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-1301
Distance: 11.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 120 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
1706 Wright St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-4272
Distance: 22.2 mi
Gr: K-12 | 44 students
Methodist
3976 80th Ave
Evart, MI 49631
(231) 734-3771
Distance: 26.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 84 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
139 W Church Ave
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5186
Distance: 11.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
800 W 13th Street
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-1301
Distance: 11.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 120 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
1706 Wright St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 775-4272
Distance: 26.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 84 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
139 W Church Ave
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-5186
Distance: 30.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students
Catholic
1039 W Houghton Lake Dr
Prudenville, MI 48651
(989) 366-5592
Distance: 35.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3
Baptist
3956 N M 18
Gladwin, MI 48624
(989) 240-2190
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7840 S 25 Rd
Boon, MI 49618
(231) 876-5100
Boon, MI 49618
(231) 876-5100
9458.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17445 Pine River Rd
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
9461.4 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 363 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17445 Pine River Rd
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 829-3841
9461.4 miles
Gr: 4-7 | 261 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
408 W Gilbert St
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 768-4481
Leroy, MI 49655
(231) 768-4481
9462.5 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 270 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Chestnut St
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5800
Cadillac, MI 49601
(231) 876-5800
9465.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 903 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
School Reviews
5 4/7/2017
The staff at NMCS truly cares for their students. Staff members show God's love to the children through their encouragement and passion for Christian education. For generations, NMCS has provided a Christ-centered learning community for children. The small school atmosphere has created a family-like environment for students to connect with each other and their community.
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