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#156 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 34% of private schools

Muskegon Christian School

Elementary School

1220 EASTGATE ST, Muskegon, MI 49442

Private

Enrollment

215

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#156 of 462

In Muskegon

#2 of 2

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Muskegon Christian School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Muskegon · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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5.0/10

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About Muskegon Christian School

Muskegon Christian School is a private elementary school in Muskegon, MI. Muskegon Christian School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Muskegon Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.8 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Muskegon 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

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How Muskegon Christian School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Muskegon, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
This School
vs
16.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
215
This School
vs
403
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67% vs 0%
Black 20.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.8% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
Muskegon Christian School Muskegon Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Muskegon Christian School (this school) 6.9
Three Oaks Public School Academy 4.4
Muskegon Middle School 5.0
Muskegon Maritime Academy 4.3
Wesley School 6.1
LAKESHORE LEARNING CENTER
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center
Oakview Elementary School 3.6
Marquette Elementary School 3.1
Timberland Academy 4.5
Cardinal Elementary 4.5
Orchard View Middle School 4.6
Orchard View Early Elementary 5.9
North Muskegon Elementary School 5.5
North Muskegon Middle School 6.5
ReethsPuffer Elementary School 5.2
ReethsPuffer Intermediate Sch 4.4
Beach Elementary School 7.9
Campbell Elementary School 4.9
Shettler School 7.8
Bunker Elementary 4.8

Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Muskegon

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)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 49%
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 215
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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 67.0%
Black 20.9%
Hispanic 8.8%
Asian 1.4%
Native American 0.9%
Pacific Islander 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1220 EASTGATE ST, Muskegon, MI 49442

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Muskegon Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr Martin Luther King Academy (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Muskegon Heights), a more accessible option. Another option is ReethsPuffer Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 3.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Timberland Academy (rated 4.5/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Muskegon, see our Muskegon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Three Oaks Public School Academy Muskegon 0.1 mi 4.4
Muskegon Middle School Muskegon 0.6 mi 5.0
Muskegon Maritime Academy Muskegon 0.6 mi 4.3
Wesley School Muskegon 0.8 mi 6.1
LAKESHORE LEARNING CENTER Muskegon 0.8 mi
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center Muskegon 1.0 mi
Orchard View Community Education Muskegon 1.0 mi 6.0
Muskegon Covenant Academy Muskegon 1.0 mi 3.1
Oakview Elementary School Muskegon 1.2 mi 3.6
Muskegon High School Muskegon 1.3 mi 5.3
Dr Martin Luther King Academy Muskegon Heights 2.1 mi 5.4
Muskegon Heights Academy Muskegon 2.0 mi 5.6
Edgewood Elementary Academy Muskegon Heights 2.4 mi 4.3
Marquette Elementary School Muskegon 1.9 mi 3.1
Muskegon Community Education Center Muskegon 1.9 mi 6.5
Orchard View High School Muskegon 2.3 mi 6.0
Cardinal Elementary Muskegon 2.1 mi 4.5
Timberland Academy Muskegon 2.0 mi 4.5
Orchard View Middle School Muskegon 2.3 mi 4.6
ReethsPuffer Elementary School Muskegon 3.4 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,069

Median Home Value

$116,100

Median Rent

$889/mo

Population

44,412

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Muskegon Christian School

What grades does Muskegon Christian School serve?

Muskegon Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Muskegon Christian School?

Muskegon Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Muskegon Christian School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Muskegon Christian School rank in MI?

Muskegon Christian School ranks #156 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Muskegon Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Muskegon Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Muskegon Christian School a private school?

Yes, Muskegon Christian School 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 Muskegon Christian School a religious school?

Muskegon Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
215
Gender Split
65% M / 35% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Muskegon County

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