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#292 of 462 private schools in MI
Living Stones Academy
Elementary School
1415 LYON ST NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#292 of 462
In Grand Rapids
#18 of 28
public schools
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Living Stones Academy
Elementary School in Grand Rapids · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Living Stones Academy
Living Stones Academy is a private elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI. Living Stones Academy serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Living Stones Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, Living Stones 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.
Living Stones 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 Living Stones Academy compares to 96 public schools serving similar grades in Grand Rapids, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Living Stones Academy (this school) | 5.9 |
| Empower U | 5.9 |
| William C Abney Academy Elementary | 3.8 |
| Congress Elementary | 8.5 |
| Lighthouse Academy Waalkes | 6.9 |
| Grand Rapids Montessori Academy | 5.3 |
| Bethany Based School | — |
| Campus Elementary | 6.7 |
| Martin Luther King Leadership Academy | 4.6 |
| Wealthy School | 7.3 |
| Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center | 7.8 |
| Coit Creative Arts Academy | 4.5 |
| East Leonard Elementary | 3.4 |
| Kent Hills Elementary | 3.5 |
| Home Education Site | — |
| Gerald R Ford Academic Center | 7.2 |
| Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy | 5.2 |
| East Grand Rapids Middle School | 8.0 |
| Lakeside School | 8.2 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle | 7.9 |
| River City Scholars Charter Academy | 7.5 |
Showing 20 of 96 schools. View all schools in Grand Rapids
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1415 LYON ST NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Living Stones Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Congress Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST STEPHEN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Empower U Grand Rapids | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| William C Abney Academy Elementary Grand Rapids | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Lighthouse Academy The Pier Grand Rapids | 0.6 mi | — |
| Congress Elementary Grand Rapids | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Lighthouse Academy Waalkes Grand Rapids | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Campus Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST STEPHEN SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Bethany Based School Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Leadership Academy Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Wellspring Preparatory High School Grand Rapids | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Wealthy School Grand Rapids | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Grand Rapids Montessori Academy Grand Rapids | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Innovation Central High Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Grand Rapids Montessori MiddleHigh Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Grand Rapids Learning Center Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Kent Hills Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| East Grand Rapids High School Grand Rapids | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,734
Median Home Value
$224,100
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
37,874
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
37.5%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
30.9
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| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lansing, MI | 5.9 |
| ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richmond, MI | 5.9 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Livonia, MI | 5.9 |
| VILLAGE SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berrien Springs, MI | 5.9 |
| Wenzel School Sturgis, MI | 5.9 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Southgate, MI | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Living Stones Academy
What grades does Living Stones Academy serve?
Living Stones Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Living Stones Academy?
Living Stones Academy has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Living Stones Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Living Stones Academy is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Living Stones Academy rank in MI?
Living Stones Academy ranks #292 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Living Stones Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Living Stones Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Living Stones Academy a private school?
Yes, Living Stones Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Living Stones Academy a religious school?
Living Stones Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kent County
- Phone
- (616) 803-9654
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