Excellent
#36 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 8% of private schools
The Leelanau School
High School
1 OLD HOMESTEAD RD, Glen Arbor, MI 49636
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#36 of 462
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The Leelanau School
High School in Glen Arbor · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Leelanau School
The Leelanau School is a private high school in Glen Arbor, MI. The Leelanau School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Leelanau School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, The Leelanau 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 2.9:1 students to teachers, The Leelanau School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Leelanau 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.
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.
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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
1 OLD HOMESTEAD RD, Glen Arbor, MI 49636
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Leelanau School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. INTERLOCHEN ARTS ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Interlochen), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Senior High (rated 7.3/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Traverse City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Benzie Central Sr High School (rated 6.5/10, 20.7 miles away, in nearby Benzonia), a more accessible option. For more schools in Glen Arbor, see our Glen Arbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Lake Community School Maple City | 4.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Leland Public School Leland | 13.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Lake Ann Elementary School Interlochen | 17.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy Lake Leelanau | 14.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Westwoods Elementary School Traverse City | 16.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Long Lake Elementary School Traverse City | 16.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Benzie Central Middle School Benzonia | 20.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Benzie Central Sr High School Benzonia | 20.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Benzie Academy Benzonia | 20.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Homestead Hills Elementary School Benzonia | 21.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Suttons Bay Senior High School Suttons Bay | 15.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School Suttons Bay | 16.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Suttons Bay Virtual School Suttons Bay | 16.0 mi | 6.1 |
| West Senior High Traverse City | 18.1 mi | 7.3 |
| THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE Traverse City | 18.3 mi | 7.0 |
| INTERLOCHEN ARTS ACADEMY Interlochen | 21.9 mi | 8.7 |
| THE PATHFINDER SCHOOL Traverse City | 17.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Silver Lake Elementary School Traverse City | 20.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Willow Hill Elementary School Traverse City | 18.8 mi | 7.9 |
| West Middle School Traverse City | 19.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49636 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,333
Median Home Value
$744,100
Population
634
College Educated
65.3%
Homeownership
94.2%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
67.5
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|---|---|
| CharEm Alternative Schools Charlevoix, MI | 7.9 |
| Southfield Regional Academic Campus Southfield, MI | 8.2 |
| Communitybased Transition Center Lawrence, MI | 7.8 |
| Oxford Bridges High School Oxford, MI | 7.1 |
| Holland Virtual Tech High School Holland, MI | 7.0 |
| Horizon Alternative School Hillsdale, MI | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Leelanau School
What grades does The Leelanau School serve?
The Leelanau School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Leelanau School?
The Leelanau School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Leelanau School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Leelanau School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Leelanau School rank in MI?
The Leelanau School ranks #36 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is The Leelanau School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Leelanau School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Leelanau School a private school?
Yes, The Leelanau School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Leelanau School a religious school?
No, The Leelanau School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Leelanau County
- Phone
- (231) 334-5800
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