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#270 of 462 private schools in MI

Providence Christian School

School

100 PRATT RD, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Private

Enrollment

71

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#270 of 462

In Kalamazoo

#9 of 12

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Providence Christian School

6.0/10

School in Kalamazoo · grades Kindergarten – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Loy Norrix High School

6.9/10

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About Providence Christian School

Providence Christian School is a private school in Kalamazoo, MI. Providence Christian School serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MI avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 71 students, Providence 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Providence Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Providence 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 Providence Christian School compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Kalamazoo, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
71
This School
vs
378
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.8% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
Providence Christian School Kalamazoo Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Providence Christian School (this school) 6.0
Loy Norrix High School 6.9
Paramount Charter Academy 2.4
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program 5.6
Milwood Elementary School 3.2
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School 6.8
Greenwood Elementary School 6.6
Milwood Magnet School 4.9
Washington Writers Academy 3.2
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts 5.5
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts 6.7
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy 5.0
Phoenix Alternative High School 6.8
Transition Services
Winchell Elementary School 7.2
Edison Academy 4.0
El Sol Elementary 6.1
Valley Center School
Woodward Elementary 3.7
Lincoln International Studies School 4.3
Arcadia Elementary School 3.9

Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Kalamazoo

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)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,228.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 71
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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 95.8%
Black 2.8%
Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

100 PRATT RD, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Providence Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HACKETT CATHOLIC PREP (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KAZOO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kalamazoo, see our Kalamazoo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Loy Norrix High School Kalamazoo 0.6 mi 6.9
Paramount Charter Academy Kalamazoo 0.7 mi 2.4
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program Kalamazoo 0.8 mi 5.6
HACKETT CATHOLIC PREP Kalamazoo 0.7 mi 8.4
Milwood Elementary School Kalamazoo 1.0 mi 3.2
GAGIE SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.2 mi 7.8
WoodsEdge Learning Center Portage 1.2 mi 7.7
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School Kalamazoo 1.4 mi 6.8
Portage Northern High School Portage 1.4 mi 7.6
Portage Community High School Portage 1.5 mi 6.5
Greenwood Elementary School Kalamazoo 1.4 mi 6.6
Portage North Middle School Portage 1.5 mi 6.2
Washington Writers Academy Kalamazoo 1.8 mi 3.2
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Kalamazoo 1.9 mi
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy Kalamazoo 2.0 mi 5.0
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kalamazoo 2.0 mi 8.2
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts Kalamazoo 1.9 mi 6.7
Milwood Magnet School Kalamazoo 1.7 mi 4.9
KAZOO SCHOOL Kalamazoo 2.0 mi 8.2
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts Kalamazoo 1.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,327

Median Home Value

$139,600

Median Rent

$1,055/mo

Population

21,313

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

53.3%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

31.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Providence Christian School

What grades does Providence Christian School serve?

Providence Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.

How many students attend Providence Christian School?

Providence Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Providence Christian School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Providence Christian School rank in MI?

Providence Christian School ranks #270 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Providence Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Providence Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Providence Christian School a private school?

Yes, Providence Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Calvinist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Providence Christian School a religious school?

Providence Christian School has a Calvinist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
71
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Calvinist
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Small City
County
Kalamazoo County

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