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#188 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 41% of private schools
Grace Christian School
Elementary School
4619 MACKINAW RD, Saginaw, MI 48603
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#188 of 462
In Saginaw
#9 of 12
public schools
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Grace Christian School
Elementary School in Saginaw · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grace Christian School
Grace Christian School is a private elementary school in Saginaw, MI. Grace Christian School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #188 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, Grace Christian School 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 9:1 students to teachers, Grace Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace Christian School 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 Grace Christian School compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Saginaw, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Christian School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Sherwood Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Weiss Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Kempton Elementary School | 2.4 |
| Hemmeter Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Thompson Middle School | 3.9 |
| Saginaw ISD Transitions Center | 3.7 |
| Handley School | 8.9 |
| Chester F Miller School | 2.7 |
| Herig School | 3.0 |
| Stone School | 3.4 |
| Arrowwood Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Saginaw County Juvenile Center | — |
| White Pine Middle School | 6.3 |
| North Saginaw Charter Academy | 3.6 |
| Carrollton Middle School | 5.0 |
| Carrollton Elementary School | 3.4 |
| Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy | 8.9 |
| Westdale Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Michael J McGivney | — |
| The Success Academy | 4.7 |
Showing 20 of 35 schools. View all schools in Saginaw
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
4619 MACKINAW RD, Saginaw, MI 48603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Handley School (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hemmeter Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saginaw, see our Saginaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sherwood Elementary School Saginaw | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Weiss Elementary School Saginaw | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.0 mi | — |
| Heritage High School Saginaw | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Hemmeter Elementary School Saginaw | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Kempton Elementary School Saginaw | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| THE NEW MILLENNIUM ACADEMY Saginaw | 1.7 mi | — |
| Thompson Middle School Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Arthur Hill High School Saginaw | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Mackinaw High School Saginaw | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Saginaw | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Handley School Saginaw | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Career Opportunities Center Saginaw | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 2.1 mi | — |
| Saginaw ISD Transitions Center Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EARLY CHILDHOOD Saginaw | 2.0 mi | — |
| MICHIGAN LUTHERAN SEMINARY Saginaw | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Chester F Miller School Saginaw | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,690
Median Home Value
$181,800
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
27,846
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
41.3
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| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw, MI | 6.7 |
| Allegan Online K8 Allegan, MI | 6.8 |
| CEDAR CLASSICAL ACADEMY Okemos, MI | 6.8 |
| NEW MORNING SCHOOL Plymouth, MI | 6.8 |
| ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Adrian, MI | 6.8 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stevensville, MI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Christian School
What grades does Grace Christian School serve?
Grace Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Grace Christian School?
Grace Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Christian School rank in MI?
Grace Christian School ranks #188 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Grace Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Christian School a private school?
Yes, Grace Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Grace Christian School a religious school?
Grace Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Saginaw County
- Phone
- (989) 793-2129
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