A Parent's Guide to Oakland County Private Schools

We’re fortunate here in metro Detroit to have access to great education options – including some of the best private schools in Michigan.

Families looking for religious or Christian schools, options for gifted students or just something outside of the public school system have so many schools to choose from throughout Oakland County’s cities. Here, we highlight Oakland County private schools to help you make a decision that suits your family.

A note about tuition costs

Private schools don’t receive money from the state school funds, so they are financed through corporate gifts and grants, religious institutions (if they’re parochial) and tuition from those who attend. Fees vary greatly – from $1,000 to as much as $30,000 a year. However, don’t assume that a school is out of your financial range. Most offer scholarships, for both academic excellence or financial need. Check with the school you’re interested in sending your child to find out what the cost will be to attend.

This article was updated on July 26, 2024, by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. Her work included adding Amanda Rahn’s expert research on fact-checking for the latest stats of private schools in Oakland County. Questions? Please reach out to katina@metroparent.com.

Featured Oakland County private schools

In this section, Metro Parent’s advertising partners share their private school offerings.

Aim High School

Address: 29230 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
Phone: 248-702-6922
Grades: 6-12
NOS: 100
Affiliation: Independent

Dedicated to the academic and social success of students with language-based learning differences, anxiety disorders and attention deficits. Personalized curriculum, strong teacher-student relationships and small classes.

Novi Christian Academy

Address: 40800 W. 13 Mile Road, Novi
Phone: 248-668-7100
Grades: K-12
NOS: 371
Affiliation: Christian/Non-Denominational

College prep education with honors classes and extensive hands-on labs for sciences and technology. Offers programs in creative and performing arts as well as athletics. Separate early childcare center in building.

Southfield Christian School

Address: 28650 Lahser Road, Southfield
Phone: 248-357-3660
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 609
Affiliation: Christian/Non-Denominational

Coeducational, Christian, college prep. ISACS/Cognia dual accredited. Top 10% composite ACT test score of 31 and 100% acceptance rate to a college of choice.

The Roeper School

Address: Lower – 41190 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, Middle/Upper – 1051 Oakland Ave., Birmingham
Phone: 248-203-7330 (lower), 248-203-7405 (middle/upper)
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 527
Affiliation: Gifted

Internationally renowned for its expertise in gifted education. Supports students’ academic, intellectual, emotional and social growth, preparing them for college and beyond.

Oakland County private schools

Academy of the Sacred Heart

Address: 1250 Kensington Road, Bloomfield Hills
Phone: 248-646-8900
Grades: Infant-4 (co-ed), 5-8 (boys), 5-12 (girls)
NOS: 450
Affiliation: Catholic

Michigan’s oldest independent school. Early childhood program from birth-preschool. Middle school for boys, middle and high school for girls.

Auburn Hills Christian School

Address: 3655 N. Squirrel Road, Auburn Hills
Phone: 248-373-3399
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 303
Affiliation: Christian

Music and Spanish, before- and after-school care, clubs, including STEM, and high school sports such as volleyball, basketball, cheerleading, softball and baseball.

Beverly Hills Academy

Address: 32605 Bellvine Trail, Beverly Hills
Phone: 248-433-9470
Grades: Six weeks-grade 8
NOS: 250
Affiliation: None

Islamic Montessori school and college prep middle school. Summer school, tuition assistance and hot lunch available plus a toddler program.

Bishop Foley Catholic High School

Address: 32000 Campbell Road, Madison Heights
Phone: 248-585-1210
Grades: 9-12
NOS: 300
Affiliation: Catholic

Students get tools to become future leaders and innovative thinkers in classes that investigate science, business, technology and the arts.

Bloomfield Christian School

Address: 3570 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills
Phone: 248-499-7800
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 178
Affiliation: Christian

This classical school uses a “trivium” approach focusing on three stages of learning – grammar, logic and rhetoric – flowing with kids as they develop and mature. 12:1 teacher to pupil ratio.

Brookfield Academy

Address: 1263 S. Adams Road, Rochester Hills; 3950 Livernois, Troy; 2965 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield
Phone: Rochester Hills – 248-375-1700, Troy – 248-689-9565, West Bloomfield – 248-626-6665
Grades: Toddler-grade 5: Rochester Hills, PreK-grade 5: Troy and West Bloomfield
NOS: 450 (including Livonia)
Affiliation: Montessori

Nurturing, stimulating places for kids to develop lifelong skills and reach potential. Individualized focus, cultural diversity, multi-age, hands-on material, plus emphasis on social graces/manners.

Brother Rice High School

Address: 7101 Lahser Road, Bloomfield Hills
Phone: 248-833-2000
Grades: 9-12 (male)
NOS: 526
Affiliation: Catholic

A 2020 National Blue Ribbon School, this Catholic college preparatory school is dedicated to academic excellence, faith formation, and development of character and leadership within a strong brotherhood environment.

Cranbrook Schools

Address: 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
Phone: 248-645-3610
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 1,656
Affiliation: Independent

Leading college-prep boarding and day school. Challenging curriculum, latest technology and multiple full-time college counselors to help students.

Detroit Catholic Central High School

Address: 27225 Wixom Road, Novi
Phone: 248-596-3810
Grades: 9-12 (male)
NOS: 990
Affiliation: Catholic

All-male Catholic, college-prep high school. State-of-the-art STEM center is brand new for summer 2024 with robotics zones, greenhouse, labs and more. Excellent academics, athletics and fine arts, too.

Detroit Country Day School

Address: 22305 W. 13 Mile Road, Beverly Hills
Phone: 248-646-7717
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 1,501
Affiliation: Independent

A co-educational, non-denominational college preparatory school nationally recognized for excellence in academics, athletics and the arts.

Eagle Creek Academy

Address: 3739 Kern Road, Oakland Township
Phone: 248-475-9999
Grades: Toddler-grade 5
NOS: 250
Affiliation: Independent

Small class sizes. Master teachers. Customized learning. Advanced math. High standardized test scores. Private tutoring. Come to School with Your Child Classes.

Eton Academy

Address: 1755 Melton Road, Birmingham
Phone: 248-642-1150
Grades: 1-12
NOS: 220
Affiliation: Learning Differences

With small class sizes and neurodevelopmental-based teaching methodologies, Eton serves students with learning differences such as dyslexia, ADHD and processing challenges offering a day school, tutoring and summer programs.

Everest Collegiate High School & Everest Academy

Address: 5935 Clarkston Road, Clarkston
Phone: 248-241-9040
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 416
Affiliation: Catholic

Award-winning academics, championship athletics, extracurricular and service activities for preschool-high school. Integral Formation philosophy, gender-specific formation on a co-ed campus.

Frankel Jewish Academy

Address: 6600 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield
Phone: 248-592-5263
Grades: 9-12
NOS: 145
Affiliation: Jewish

College prep high school emphasizing the arts, humanities, STEM-designed curriculum, leadership and Jewish studies. Set within the campus of the JCC there are 10 varsity sports teams and a performing arts program. 6:1 student/teacher ratio.

Guardian Angels Catholic School and Preschool

Address: 521 E. 14 Mile Road, Clawson
Phone: 248-588-5545
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 300
Affiliation: Catholic

A Michigan Blue Ribbon School, a family of faith and learning, and a loving preschool with flexible scheduling.

Hillel Day School of Metro Detroit

Address: 32200 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills
Phone: 248-851-3220
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 580
Affiliation: Jewish

Rigorous dual curricula in state-of-the-art spaces committed to educating the whole child — academically, socially, spiritually, morally and physically. A strong cultural foundation and connection to Jewish values and peoplehood.

Holy Family Regional School

Address: North Campus – 1240 Inglewood Ave., Rochester, South Campus – 2633 John R Road, Rochester Hills
Phone: 248-656-1234 (North), 248-299-3798 (South)
Grades: Young 5-3 (North), 4-8 (South)
NOS: 446 (North), 492 (South)
Affiliation: Catholic

Accredited by Michigan Association of Non-Public Schools. Recognized as a School of Academic Excellence in the Michigan Archdiocese of Detroit. Offers 10+ different sports to students in grades four-eight.

Holy Name Catholic School

Address: 680 Harmon St., Birmingham
Phone: 248-644-2722
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: N/A
Affiliation: Catholic

A Catholic community of lifelong learners dedicated to academic excellence and faith formation centered in teachings of Christ.

Huda School and Montessori

Address: Lower Campus: 32220 Franklin Road, Franklin; Upper Campus: 28555 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills
Phone: Franklin – 248-626-0900,Farmington Hills – 248-254-3727
Grades: Lower: Toddler-grade 5; Upper: 6-10
NOS: 488
Affiliation: Islamic/Montessori

Islamic education, Arabic linguistics program and International Baccalaureate, plus after-school programs and athletics. Toddler program, too.

Japhet School

Address: 839 S. Crooks Road, Clawson
Phone: 248-585-9150
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 70
Affiliation: Independent

Award-winning school where students benefit from a progressive academic curriculum, character education program and leadership training.

Lake Orion Baptist School

Address: 255 E. Scripps Road, Lake Orion
Phone: 248-693-6203
Grades: K-12
NOS: 70
Affiliation: Baptist

Most courses are college-prep. Students can join strings, band and vocal music classes. Interscholastic sports available as well.

Lakes Area Montessori Center

Address: 8605 Richardson Road, Walled Lake
Phone: 248-360-0500
Grades: 18 months-grade 5
NOS: 100
Affiliation: Michigan Montessori Society

Boasts 45 years of experience and strong Montessori curriculum. Elementary students score two to three grade levels above average on standardized tests.

Lutheran High School Northwest

Address: 1000 Bagley Drive, Rochester Hills
Phone: 248-852-6677
Grades: 9-12
NOS: 262
Affiliation: Lutheran

Shapes a Christian worldview and fosters a love of learning. Rigorous college-prep curriculum; 87% of students go to college or vocational school.

Marian High School

Address: 7225 Lahser Road, Bloomfield Hills
Phone: 248-644-1946
Grades: 9-12 (female)
NOS: 400
Affiliation: Catholic

Marian is a Catholic college preparatory school for young women, sponsored by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Mercy High School

Address: 29300 W. 11 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
Phone: 248-476-8020
Grades: 9-12 (female)
NOS: 540
Affiliation: Catholic

Catholic college-prep school immersed in the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, educates and inspires young women of diverse backgrounds to lead and serve with compassion.

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy

Address: 1300 Giddings Road, Pontiac (upper school and middle school); 1425 Giddings Road, Pontiac (lower school)
Phone: 248-373-1061
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 1,045
Affiliation: Catholic/International Baccalaureate

Only Catholic school in Michigan with IB from PreK-12. 2023 graduates earned $10 million in college scholarships. More than 30 sports programs and clubs.

Oakland Christian School

Address: 3075 Shimmons Road, Auburn Hills
Phone: 248-373-2700
Grades: JK-12
NOS: 558
Affiliation: Christian

Southeast Michigan’s only full Spanish Immersion program. Academic rigor rooted in biblical truth, all while cultivating a highly relational community. AP Capstone Diploma option.

Our Lady of Refuge

Address: 3750 Commerce Road, West Bloomfield Township
Phone: 248-682-3422
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 414
Affiliation: Catholic

Small class sizes, strong academics, CYO athletics and extracurriculars including band, choir and drama club. After-school care programs.

Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School

Address: 5495 Dixie Highway, Waterford
Phone: 248-623-0340
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 430
Affiliation: Catholic

Traditional parish school grounded in Catholic values. PreK-grade 12 on one campus. Low student-to-teacher ratios, weekly mass, 1:1 device program, championship athletics, kindergarten-grade 12 robotics, before- and after-school care and more.

Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic School

Address: 32460 Pierce St., Beverly Hills
Phone: 248-642-2616
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 350
Affiliation: Catholic

Nestled on nine acres, it offers instruction through project-based learning, a performing arts program, CYO sports, 1:1 iPads, orchestra beginning in third grade and coding. Full-day and part-time programs for early childhood.

Our Shepherd Lutheran Day School

Address: 1658 E. Lincoln St., Birmingham
Phone: 248-645-0551
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 240
Affiliation: Lutheran

Math Club, German Club and Chess Club offered to kindergarten-grade eight. After-school athletics offered (grades four-eight). Specialty classes for all grades include technology, music, art, PE and Spanish.

Rochester Hills Christian School

Address: 3300 S. Livernois Road, Rochester Hills
Phone: 248-852-0585
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 236
Affiliation: Baptist

“Sonshine” academy for infants and toddlers. Christ-centered education since 1972. Robotics, sports and more.

Schoolhouse Montessori Academy of Troy

Address: 3305 Crooks Road, Troy
Phone: 248-649-6149
Grades: Toddler (18 months)-K
NOS: 145
Affiliation: Montessori

Web cameras in each classroom (only accessible to enrolled parents), summer programs, after-school activities and outdoor gardens. Half-, full- and extended-day options.

Shrine Catholic Grade School

Address: 1621 Linwood Ave., Royal Oak
Phone: 248-541-4622
Grades: Parent-Tot, PreK (age 3)-grade 5
NOS: 512
Affiliation: Catholic

Catholic teachings, hands-on learning and technology incorporated learning in lower levels. Offers art, gym, music, computer classes, library and Spanish.

Shrine Catholic High School & Academy

Address: 3500 W. 13 Mile Road, Royal Oak
Phone: 248-549-2925
Grades: 6-12
NOS: 468
Affiliation: Catholic

Faith-based education and academic excellence using college-prep curriculum. Accomplished athletics, visual and performing arts, service projects and extracurricular activities.

Springfield Christian Academy

Address: 8585 Dixie Highway, Clarkston
Phone: 248-625-9760
Grades: K-12
NOS: 202
Affiliation: Baptist

Offers music classes and handbells for little ones. Students enjoy educational field trips, computer classes for kindergarten-grade six, STEM teaching and junior/senior sports.

St. Fabian Catholic School

Address: 32200 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
Phone: 248-553-2750
Grades: 3-year-old PreK-8
NOS: 350
Affiliation: Catholic

A Christ-centered family deeply rooted in Catholic traditions and dedicated to the enrichment of the whole child through academic excellence, spiritual development and service to community.

St. Hugo of the Hills Catholic School

Address: 380 E. Hickory Grove Road, Bloomfield Hills
Phone: 248-642-6131
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 640
Affiliation: Catholic

Providing an outstanding foundation in academics and faith-filled service. Exceptional music, art, drama and athletics programs.

St. John Lutheran School

Address: 1011 W. University Drive, Rochester
Phone: 248-402-8000
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 386
Affiliation: Lutheran

Challenging academics, Chromebook instruction, art, foreign language, PE, music, half- and full-day kindergarten, pre-K and Young 5s; before- and after-care; athletics program, K-8: participation in National Future City Competitions.

St. Joseph Catholic School

Address: 703 N. Lapeer Road, Lake Orion
Phone: 248-693-6215
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 460
Affiliation: Catholic

Guided in faith and committed to academic excellence. Full- and half-day preschool for ages 3-4, junior kindergarten, full-day kindergarten, grades one-eight. Sports in grades three-eight. 1:1 technology.

St. Mary Elementary School

Address: 628 S. Lafayette Ave., Royal Oak
Phone: 248-545-2140
Grades: PreK-eight
NOS: 306
Affiliation: Catholic

Before- and after-school care. CYO athletics in kindergarten-grade eight, plus chess club, ski club, National Junior Honor Society, Girls on the Run and youth ministry.

St. Mary’s Preparatory

Address: 3535 Commerce Road, Orchard Lake
Phone: 248-683-0530
Grades: 9-12 (co-divisional)
NOS: 600 (boys), 300 (girls)
Affiliation: Catholic

Providing young men and women moral guidance, discipline and education since 1885. Prestigious center of Catholic formation, academic excellence and championship athletics.

St. Matthew Lutheran School

Address: 2040 S. Commerce Road, Walled Lake
Phone: 248-624-7677
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 185
Affiliation: Lutheran

Christ-centered education. Consistently updates technology, including a fully equipped computer lab, wireless portable lab, iPads and SMART Boards.

St. Patrick Catholic School

Address: 9040 Hutchins Road, White Lake
Phone: 248-698-3240
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 493
Affiliation: Catholic

Sports, National Junior Honor Society, student council, quiz bowl, drama, altar serving, teacher aides, after-school clubs such as Lego, chess, running, skiing and more.

St. Paul Lutheran School

Address: 508 S. Williams St., Royal Oak
Phone: 248-546-6555
Grades: PreK-6
NOS: 70
Affiliation: Lutheran

Nationally accredited Christ-centered education with an emphasis on service featuring individualized learning and an engaging academic curriculum. Music program. Before- and after-school care available.

St. Regis Catholic School

Address: 3691 Lincoln Road, Bloomfield Hills
Phone: 248-724-3377
Grades: PreK-8
NOS: 480
Affiliation: Catholic

Students participate in enrichment programs including vocal or instrumental music, Spanish, technology, art and physical education once a day. CYO athletics are open to all children of the Parish.

St. William Catholic School

Address: 135 O’Flaherty St., Walled Lake
Phone: 248-669-4440
Grades: 3-year-old PreK-grade 8
NOS: 192
Affiliation: Catholic

Formal religion program, full-day kindergarten available. Honors math program for middle schoolers. CYO basketball and volleyball. New life skills programs launching in 2024-25 school year.

Troy Adventist Academy

Address: 2777 Crooks Road, Troy
Phone: K-8 – 248-649-3122, PreK – 248-712-4075
Grades: Daycare (starting at 6 weeks), K-8
NOS: 37 (K-8)
Affiliation: Christian

Superior academic standards and high expectations for its students. Curriculum features a strong emphasis on the basics plus classes in religion and music. Summer program for school-aged kids.

Upland Hills School

Address: 2575 Indian Lake Road, Oxford
Phone: 248-693-2878
Grades: 4 1/2-14 years old
NOS: 94
Affiliation: Independent

This “non graded” school is set on 31 acres of woods and rolling meadows and has fostered each child’s uniqueness since 1971.

Wixom Christian School

Address: 620 N. Wixom Road, Wixom
Phone: 248-624-4362
Grades: PreK-12
NOS: 200
Affiliation: Christian

Strong academics with high SAT scores and high-tech classrooms; associated with the First Baptist Church of Wixom. Preschool and daycare, too.

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