Tri-City Seventh-day Adventist School is a co-educational that offers small class size with individualized education.
We are located in Saginaw County, between Saginaw, Bay City and Midland and are sponsored by three area Seventh-day Adventist Churches.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,800
- Average class size: 2 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tri-city Sda School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
13 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
2 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is collectd for ten months at $280.00 per month. Discounts are available. See Website tuition page.
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tri-city Sda School cost?
Tri-city Sda School's tuition is approximately $2,800 for private students.
What is Tri-city Sda School's ranking?
Tri-city Sda School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Tri-city Sda School?
The application deadline for Tri-city Sda School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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