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#178 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 38% of private schools
Cedar Classical Academy
Elementary School
3654 OKEMOS RD, Okemos, MI 48864
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#178 of 462
In Okemos
#2 of 3
public schools
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Cedar Classical Academy
Elementary School in Okemos · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cedar Classical Academy
Cedar Classical Academy is a private elementary school in Okemos, MI. Cedar Classical Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Cedar Classical Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Cedar Classical Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cedar Classical Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cedar Classical Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Okemos, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Classical Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Michigan Connections Academy | 5.5 |
| Chippewa Middle School | 8.4 |
| Kinawa School | 7.1 |
| Bennett Woods Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Okemos Public MontessoriCentral | 8.8 |
| Cornell Elementary School | 8.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3654 OKEMOS RD, Okemos, MI 48864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Classical Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Okemos Public MontessoriCentral (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARTHA SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hiawatha Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Okemos, see our Okemos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha Elementary School Okemos | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Michigan Connections Academy Okemos | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Chippewa Middle School Okemos | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Kinawa School Okemos | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Bennett Woods Elementary School Okemos | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Okemos Public MontessoriCentral Okemos | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Okemos High School Okemos | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI RADMOOR SCHOOL Okemos | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS East Lansing | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Great Lakes Learning Academy MSHS East Lansing | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Cornell Elementary School Okemos | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ST MARTHA SCHOOL Okemos | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Alaiedon Elementary School Mason | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Project SEARCH Mason | 3.4 mi | — |
| Haslett High School Haslett | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Lansing | 3.8 mi | — |
| Haslett Middle School Haslett | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| MacDonald Middle School East Lansing | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Marble School East Lansing | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Vera Ralya Elementary School Haslett | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,145
Median Home Value
$358,100
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
23,548
College Educated
75.7%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Classical Academy
What grades does Cedar Classical Academy serve?
Cedar Classical Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Cedar Classical Academy?
Cedar Classical Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Classical Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Classical Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cedar Classical Academy rank in MI?
Cedar Classical Academy ranks #178 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Cedar Classical Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cedar Classical Academy a private school?
Yes, Cedar Classical Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cedar Classical Academy a religious school?
Cedar Classical Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ingham County
- Phone
- (517) 281-0253
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