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#175 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 38% of private schools

Southfield Christian School

School

28650 LAHSER RD, Southfield, MI 48034

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

554

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

554

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#175 of 462

In Southfield

#2 of 3

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About Southfield Christian School

Southfield Christian School is a private school in Southfield, MI. Southfield Christian School serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southfield Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.6 pts above MI schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
MI avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Southfield 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 Southfield Christian School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Southfield, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.1:1

This School

15.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

554

This School

400

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 62.1% vs 0%

White 26.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%

Southfield Christian School Southfield Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Southfield Christian School (this school)	—	554	13.1:1	6.8
Adlai Stevenson Elementary School	0.4 mi	498	19.2:1	3.3
Alice M Birney K8 School	1.1 mi	443	13.4:1	4.9
McIntyre Elementary School	1.1 mi	283	15.7:1	5.7
Faxon Academy	1.2 mi	126	15.8:1	3.8
Crescent Academy Elementary	1.8 mi	316	15.8:1	6.8
Crescent Academy Middle School	1.8 mi	218	16.8:1	4.5
Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology	2.0 mi	1,190	19.5:1	5.9
Laurus Academy	2.0 mi	786	29.1:1	4.4
Crescent Academy PK1	2.1 mi	173	10.2:1	5.4
Morris Adler Elementary School	2.6 mi	335	16.8:1	2.9
Vandenberg Elementary School	2.7 mi	245	14.4:1	5.0
Bradford Academy	2.7 mi	768	22.6:1	4.1
Thompson K8 International Academy	2.8 mi	348	11.6:1	5.2
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence	3.0 mi	608	15.2:1	4.9
Glenn W Levey Middle School	3.2 mi	351	13.5:1	4.7
Kennedy Learning Center	3.4 mi	50	7.1:1	3.9
Southfield Regional Academic Campus	3.4 mi	34	4.9:1	8.2
AGBU AlexMarie Manoogian School	3.7 mi	431	18:1	7.1

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

B 5.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,239

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 54%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.3 / 10

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Enrollment 554

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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)

Black 62.1%

White 26.4%

Two or More 8.7%

Asian 1.4%

Hispanic 1.1%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

28650 LAHSER RD, Southfield, MI 48034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southfield Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FARBER HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVAS DARCHEI TORAH-GIRLS (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Southfield, see our Southfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
YESHIVAS DARCHEI TORAH-GIRLS Southfield	0.3 mi	444	6.8
Adlai Stevenson Elementary School Southfield	0.4 mi	498	3.3
FARBER HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Southfield	0.4 mi	201	7.9
Faxon Academy Southfield	1.2 mi	126	3.8
Alice M Birney K8 School Southfield	1.1 mi	443	4.9
McIntyre Elementary School Southfield	1.1 mi	283	5.7
Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms	1.4 mi	343	7.0
Wylie E Groves High School Beverly Hills	1.5 mi	1,130	9.2
MacArthur K8 University Academy Lathrup Village	1.3 mi	450	5.7
University High School Academy Lathrup Village	1.3 mi	252	9.3
University Middle School Academy Lathrup Village	1.3 mi	220	7.6
Crescent Academy Elementary Southfield	1.8 mi	316	6.8
BEVERLY HILLS ACADEMY Beverly Hills	2.0 mi	102	9.0
Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology Southfield	2.0 mi	1,190	5.9
Laurus Academy Southfield	2.0 mi	786	4.4
Berkshire Middle School Beverly Hills	2.1 mi	648	7.2
Crescent Academy Middle School Southfield	1.8 mi	218	4.5
MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills	2.5 mi	361	6.5
CHILDRENS TECHNOLOGICAL ACADEMY Southfield	2.2 mi	25	—
BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills	2.6 mi	507	6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,634

Median Home Value

$259,400

Median Rent

$1,275/mo

Population

15,213

College Educated

40.2%

Homeownership

24.4%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

41.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Forest Park School Crystal Falls, MI	487	6.8
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Mount Pleasant, MI	425	6.8
YESHIVAS DARCHEI TORAH-GIRLS Southfield, MI	444	6.8
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus Bay City, MI	363	6.7
Gull Lake Virtual Partnership Richland, MI	373	6.7
PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Canton, MI	621	6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southfield Christian School

What grades does Southfield Christian School serve?

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

How many students attend Southfield Christian School?

Southfield Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Southfield Christian School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Southfield Christian School rank in MI?

Southfield Christian School ranks #175 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Southfield Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southfield Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Southfield Christian School a private school?

Yes, Southfield 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 Southfield Christian School a religious school?

Southfield Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 33 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 554
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 42
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 177 days
Setting: Small City
County: Oakland County
Phone: (248) 357-3660

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