Private Schools in Harrietta, Michigan

The Leelanau School is a renowned co-educational boarding and day school located approximately 40 miles from Harrietta. Founded in 1929, this prestigious institution offers a unique experiential learning environment with small class sizes (6:1 student-teacher ratio) and personalized attention. The school features a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum with advanced placement courses, robust STEM programs, and extensive arts education. Set on a beautiful 42-acre campus in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore area, the school offers exceptional facilities including science labs, art studios, athletic facilities, and modern dormitories. The school is particularly noted for its supportive community and success with students who learn differently.

St. Mary's School is a highly-regarded Catholic school serving students from preschool through 8th grade, located about 35 miles from Harrietta. The school provides a strong faith-based education combined with rigorous academics, including comprehensive STEAM programs and technology integration. The school features modern classrooms, a dedicated science lab, computer lab, library, gymnasium, and music room. Extracurricular offerings include competitive athletics, choir, band, and various clubs. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, St. Mary's emphasizes character development, academic excellence, and community service, making it a popular choice for families throughout the region.

Located approximately 25 miles from Harrietta in Traverse City, Trinity Lutheran School offers a comprehensive Christian education from preschool through 8th grade. The school features a rigorous academic program enhanced by technology integration, with SMART Boards in every classroom and a 1:1 iPad program for older students. The curriculum includes strong emphasis on mathematics, language arts, science, and religious studies, supplemented by music, art, and physical education programs. The school campus includes modern classrooms, a gymnasium, computer lab, and library. Trinity Lutheran is known for its strong community atmosphere, dedicated teachers, and excellent preparation for high school, with many graduates attending top regional high schools.