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Howardsville Christian School

School

53441 BENT RD, Marcellus, MI 49067

Private

Enrollment

187

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Howardsville Christian School

5.0/10

School in Marcellus · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Howardsville Christian School

Howardsville Christian School is a private school in Marcellus, MI. Howardsville Christian School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Howardsville Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #394 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares1.2 pts below MI schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • MI avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 187 students, Howardsville 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.

Howardsville 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.

Howardsville Christian School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Howardsville Christian School compares to the 4 public schools in Marcellus, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
This School
vs
28.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
187
This School
vs
154
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 99.5% vs 0%
Black 0.5% vs 0%
Howardsville Christian School Marcellus Public Avg

All Schools in Marcellus

School Rating
Howardsville Christian School (this school) 5.0
Marcellus Middle School 4.5
Marcellus Elementary School 5.6
Marcellus High School 7.7
Volinia Outcome Base School 5.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,183.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 1%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 187
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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)

White 99.5%
Black 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

53441 BENT RD, Marcellus, MI 49067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Howardsville Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Schoolcraft High School (rated 8.2/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Schoolcraft), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marcellus High School (rated 7.7/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Andrews Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Three Rivers), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marcellus, see our Marcellus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Park Elementary School Three Rivers 4.2 mi 6.3
Norton Elementary School Three Rivers 6.3 mi 7.1
Marcellus Middle School Marcellus 4.9 mi 4.5
Marcellus Elementary School Marcellus 5.3 mi 5.6
Marcellus High School Marcellus 5.4 mi 7.7
Ruth Hoppin School Three Rivers 6.5 mi 5.3
Andrews Elementary School Three Rivers 6.7 mi 7.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Three Rivers 7.0 mi
Three Rivers Middle School Three Rivers 7.0 mi 5.5
Three Rivers High School Three Rivers 7.2 mi 6.6
Schoolcraft High School Schoolcraft 8.4 mi 8.2
Schoolcraft Elementary School Schoolcraft 8.5 mi 7.6
GIFT OF GRACE MONTESSORI Kalamazoo 12.5 mi
Lawton High School Lawton 11.8 mi 7.2
Lawton Middle School Lawton 11.8 mi 5.8
Lawton Accelerated Academic Center Lawton 12.0 mi 5.2
Constantine Middle School Constantine 13.1 mi 4.7
Lawton Elementary School Lawton 12.0 mi 6.3
Riverside Elementary School Constantine 13.1 mi 4.3
Constantine Alternative Education Constantine 13.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,581

Median Home Value

$186,800

Median Rent

$903/mo

Population

4,031

College Educated

15.1%

Homeownership

86.5%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

46.7

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Tipton Academy 48 Garden City, MI 5.0
FAITH BAPTIST SCHOOL Davison, MI 4.8
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David Ellis Academy Detroit, MI 4.7
Lighthouse Academy South Campus Kentwood, MI 5.3
ROCHESTER HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rochester Hills, MI 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Howardsville Christian School

What grades does Howardsville Christian School serve?

Howardsville Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Howardsville Christian School?

Howardsville Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Howardsville Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Howardsville Christian School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Howardsville Christian School rank in MI?

Howardsville Christian School ranks #394 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Howardsville Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Howardsville Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Howardsville Christian School a private school?

Yes, Howardsville 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 Howardsville Christian School a religious school?

Howardsville Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
187
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
St. Joseph County

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