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About Southfield Christian School

Southfield Christian School, a ministry of Highland Park Baptist Church in Southfield, Michigan, is a college-preparatory, K-12, educational community committed to pursuing excellence for the glory of God. As such, we believe in adherence to an absolute standard, which we find revealed in the Bible. We are committed to truth and truthfulness, and to the development of Christian character.

This spiritual focus is the foundation of education at SCS, reinforced through daily Bible classes, weekly chapels, annual Spiritual Life Week and the commitment of teachers and staff to demonstrate by word and example what it means to experience a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Download our Mission Statement.

In keeping with our emphasis on personal excellence, SCS is a National Exemplary School, and is accredited by both the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS), whose members include these area schools: Detroit Country Day, Cranbrook and University Liggett. SCS is also an active member of ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International).

First opening in 1970 with grades K-8, the school graduated its first senior class in 1975. About 715 students are currently enrolled in grades K-12. Southfield Christian represents approximately 40 cities and over 100 different churches from throughout the tri-county area of metropolitan Detroit.

School Data

  • Class Day - consists of traditional, full-day school five days a week
  • School Year - two semesters
  • Staff - over 60 professional staff with 65 percent holding masters degrees
  • Libraries - 13,600 volumes and Internet access are available to students
  • Computers - Computer studies are available K-12
  • Admissions - Selective admissions policy

College Acceptance

Over the last five years, SCS has averaged:

  • Ninety-seven percent of graduates attending a post-secondary institution
  • A ninety percent acceptance rate to the college of choice

SCS students, in the last four years, have been accepted to numerous colleges and universities. Approximately 60% of our graduates attend public or state universities and 40% attend private or Christian universities. A complete portfolio of last year's acceptances is available upon request.

Recent Sample Class Profile

  • ACT - Composite 25
  • SAT - Verbal 619
  • Math - 578
  • Two National Merit Finalists
  • Four National Merit Commended Students

Recent Sample Class Ranking

  • 32 of 66 class members were inducted into the National Honor Society as juniors
  • 31 seniors hold a 3.5 or above
  • 50 seniors hold a 3.0 or higher
  • GPA of senior 18 is 3.91
  • GPA of senior 30 is 3.62
  • GPA of senior 50 is 3.00