Northville is an amazing community with wonderful people. A community of neighbors who care for one another and look out for each other, Northville welcomes new residents every year. In addition to great neighbors, our pristine parks and high performing schools also attract people to our town. We are fortunate to be conveniently positioned within close proximity to Detroit and Ann, which affords great career and educational opportunities. There are numerous museums and places to visit where children can learn while enjoying fun activities.
Many Northville parents search for alternatives to public education and find private schools to be preferable in our area. While there are many advantages to private education, one of the most attractive aspects of it to parents is safety. Private schools are statistically safer than pubic institutions. We are grateful for the safe environment here at St. Paul Lutheran School and are committed to ensuring it results in a quality academic experience.
Are Private Schools Really Safer?
Private schools are statistically safer than public schools. Some key statistics to contemplate include:
Instances of violence:
- Fortunately, any one school experiencing an active shooter situation is statistically improbable. Just 0.001% of schools have experienced such a situation in the last two decades. Of course, even one is too many.
- 94% of active shooter situations since 2000 have taken place at public institutions.
- 20% of public school students say there are gangs on campus. 2% of private school students report the presence of gangs.
- Percentage of students who report being bullied: 28% Public, 21% Private
- Percentage of students who report being made fun of: 18% Public, 14% Private
- Percentage of students who report being the subject of rumors: 19% Public, 13% Private
- Percentage of students who report being pushed, shoved, tripped, or spit on: 8% Public, 5% Private
- 10% of teachers have been threatened, and 6% have been harmed by students.
- 3% of private school teachers report threats or physical violence.
- More than 40% of public school teachers say that they are dealing with instances of behavior problems that interfere with teaching. Meanwhile, only 22% of private school teachers report the same.
Some Reasons Contributing to Private School Safety
There are a number of reasons private schools are safer than public, including:
- Smaller class sizes and more individual attention
- More opportunity for community
- Higher parental involvement
- Emphasis on the gospel, grace, and mercy
If you are ready to consider sending your child to a private Christian school in Northville Michigan, contact St. Paul Lutheran School.