Summers-knoll School Photo

Best Michigan Alternative Private Preschools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 alternative private preschools serving 1,083 students in Michigan.
The top ranked alternative private preschools in Michigan include Detroit Waldorf School and Summers-knoll School.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is lower than the Michigan private preschool average acceptance rate of 94%.
22% of alternative private preschools in Michigan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Michigan Alternative Private Preschools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Detroit Waldorf School
Detroit Waldorf School Photo - Students in grades 3 begin playing the violin. In grade 5, additional string and wind instruments are added.
Alternative School
2555 Burns
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 822-0300
Grades: PK-8
| 244 students
Summers-knoll School
Summers-knoll School Photo
Alternative School
(3)
2203 Platt Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 971-7991
Grades: PK-8
| 135 students
Kazoo School
Alternative School
(3)
1401 Cherry St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
Grades: PK-8
| 151 students
Lighthouse Early Learning Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
163 Panther Dr
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 796-6650
Grades: PK-5
| 72 students
Mt. Clemens Montessori School
Alternative School
1070 Hampton Road
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
(586) 465-5545
Grades: PK-5
| 240 students
New Morning School
Alternative School
(5)
14501 N Haggerty Rd
Plymouth, MI 48170
(734) 420-3331
Grades: PK-8
| 95 students
St. John Paul II Classical Catholic School
St. John Paul II Classical Catholic School Photo
Alternative School (Catholic)
1590 Riverbank St
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(313) 386-0633
Grades: PK-8
| 104 students
St. Jude's Home For Boys
All-boys | Alternative School
15255 Mayfield
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 521-6228
Grades: PK-8
| 12 students
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center
Alternative School
2273 Club Meridian Dr
Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 381-8905
Grades: K
| 30 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private preschools in Michigan?
The top ranked alternative private preschools in Michigan include Detroit Waldorf School and Summers-knoll School.
How many alternative private preschools are located in Michigan?
9 alternative private preschools are located in Michigan.
How diverse are alternative private preschools in Michigan?
Michigan alternative private preschools are approximately 25% minority students, which is higher than the Michigan private school average of 18%.
What percentage of alternative private preschools are religiously affiliated in Michigan?
22% of alternative private preschools in Michigan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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