The Leelanau School

The Leelanau School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
1 Old Homestead Rd,  Glen Arbor, MI
4.6
4.2
41 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Matthew Ralston
Student Teacher Ratio
3:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average GPA
3.65
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$37,085
Boarding Program
Offers Boarding

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.65
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
3:1
Teachers
12
Full Time Teachers
12
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
580
Verbal
600
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
100%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
90%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
57.9%
Female
42.1%
White
83.8%
Hispanic
10.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.4%

School Rankings

#4 Best Boarding HS in Michigan
#8 Best HS for the Arts in Michigan
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Michigan State University 5 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 5 Students
Penn State 2 Students
Purdue University 2 Students
Ferris State University 2 Students
Stanford University 2 Students
Northern Michigan University 2 Students
Hope College 2 Students
Colorado College 2 Students
Bard College 2 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Political Science and Government 3 Students
Psychology 2 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 2 Students
Chemistry 2 Students
Psychiatric and Mental Health Services 2 Students
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 2 Students
Accounting 1 Students
Architecture 1 Students
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management 1 Students
Art History 1 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 22 Reviews
5.0 Senior
5/23/2024
I like this school it makes me happy at school which is very rare and I don't usually like school.....
5.0 Senior
5/23/2024
The Leelanau School has helped me in many not-so-obvious ways. Living with a bunch of people has helped me a lot for my next steps. A lot of people go directly from high school to college and are unprepared to live with a roommate and whole community. Also, learning to keep a schedule has also helped me and prepared me for attending college next year. Overall, the Leelanau School is a much closer community. I'm closer with teachers and getting to know who they are, not just as a teacher, but as a person. I love that we're able to just go to the coffee shop with teachers or to their house for meals. I'm just so happy I got to be involved in such a close-knit community.
4.0 Sophomore
5/20/2019
I think this school can truly make anybody who comes here a successful high school graduate. I came to the school with all E's and now have much improved grades and a much better shot at a good future de. The small class size does give it a few disadvantages but overall it has been one of the most valued experiences ever.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/19/2025
Enrolling our teenager at The Leelanau School has been a game changer. She’s thriving academically and personally, thanks to teachers who are truly invested in each student and small class sizes that allow for deeper learning. What makes the school completely unique is its stunning Lake Michigan set...
1.0 student
5/20/2025
The school is on an obvious decline. It is like they don't care about the students anymore.
5.0 student
5/23/2024
This place makes me happy which is unusual for a school.
5.0 student
5/23/2024
Leelanau has given me a place to discover who I am and what I am interested in by reigniting my love of learning. It helps me discover who I am while also encouraging me to be the best version of myself and be a positive community member. Before Leelanau, I had no idea who I was or what I was intere...

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The Leelanau School is a private school for students in grades 9-12 located at 1 Old Homestead Rd in Glen Arbor, MI. Annual tuition is $37,085. The school has a total enrollment of 41 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 3:1. The Leelanau School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.65, the graduation rate is 100%, and the average SAT score is 1190. Learn more about what Glen Arbor has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Leelanau School.

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