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Holy Rosary Catholic School

5191 Richfield Road, Flint, MI, 48506-0485 -

School Notes Overview:

Holy Rosary Catholic School offer an educational alternative to the people of the South Lafourche community. Students’ academic growth is evident as HRCS test scores have shown steady and consistent improvements. Overall SAT scores are constantly above the National and Diocesan averages. Meeting each child’s academic needs remains a top priority at Holy Rosary. Records indicate that the longer a student remains at HRCS, the greater are his chances for success. Our curriculum is filled with opportunities for students to learn and live their faith. Spiritual development encompasses daily religious instruction, weekly liturgies, social justice programs and mission support. The importance of values is taught in all areas of a child’s school day. Students’ Acre tests have continued to excel, professing their understanding of the Catholic faith. Holy Rosary Catholic School is fully accredited by the Louisiana State Department of Education, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Houma/Thibodaux Diocese. We are a state approved school. We hold membership in the National Catholic Educational Association, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, and Citizens for Educational Freedom. Holy Rosary Catholic School adheres to the admission policies that are in full compliance with non-discrimination laws including the judgment decree from the state court case of Brumfield vs. Dodd....

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School Overview:

	Holy Rosary Catholic School
School Membership(s)	National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation	Roman Catholic
Grades Offered	Grades Kindergarten - 8
County	Genesee County, MI
Student Body
Total Students	131 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(MI) School Avg.
% Students of Color	5%	21%
Students by Grade
	Kind - 18 students
	Grade 1 - 9 students
	Grade 2 - 13 students
	Grade 3 - 18 students
	Grade 4 - 13 students
	Grade 5 - 14 students
	Grade 6 - 11 students
	Grade 7 - 15 students
	Grade 8 - 20 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	8 teachers
	This School	(MI) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:14	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

Holy Rosary Catholic School offer an educational alternative to the people of the South Lafourche community. Students’ academic growth is evident as HRCS test scores have shown steady and consistent improvements. Overall SAT scores are constantly above the National and Diocesan averages. Meeting each child’s academic needs remains a top priority at Holy Rosary. Records indicate that the longer a student remains at HRCS, the greater are his chances for success. Our curriculum is filled with opportunities for students to learn and live their faith. Spiritual development encompasses daily religious instruction, weekly liturgies, social justice programs and mission support. The importance of values is taught in all areas of a child’s school day. Students’ Acre tests have continued to excel, professing their understanding of the Catholic faith. Holy Rosary Catholic School is fully accredited by the Louisiana State Department of Education, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Houma/Thibodaux Diocese. We are a state approved school. We hold membership in the National Catholic Educational Association, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, and Citizens for Educational Freedom. Holy Rosary Catholic School adheres to the admission policies that are in full compliance with non-discrimination laws including the judgment decree from the state court case of Brumfield vs. Dodd.
Profile last updated: 02/16/2009

In the News:

'Miraculous' turnaround: Holy Rosary Catholic School prepares for upcoming school year six months after planned closing (The Flint Journal)
posted on July 30, 2009 at 08:21:11 pm
Jared Field | The Flint JournalPhyllis Potowicz, of Flint, and her husband Frank were among scores of bargain hunters at a rummage sale at Holy Rosary Catholic School in Genesee Township on Thursday. The school was slated to be shuttered...
Holy Rosary Catholic School saved from closure (ABC12 Mid-Michigan)
posted on May 15, 2009 at 11:16:49 pm
They waited for weeks to find out if they'd be able to return to their school in the fall. Today, Holy Rosary students heard the long anticipated announcement.
Holy Rosary Catholic School To Remain Open (WNEM TV 5 Mid-Michigan)
posted on May 15, 2009 at 03:35:20 pm
A Flint-area Catholic school that faced certain closure will now remain open.
Holy Rosary Catholic School in Genesee Township saved (The Flint Journal)
posted on May 15, 2009 at 03:19:26 pm
GENESEE TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- After weeks of nail biting, students, parents and teachers at Holy Rosary Catholic School today got the good news that their school will remain open....
Fight continues to save Holy Rosary (ABC12 Mid-Michigan)
posted on May 13, 2009 at 09:02:22 am
For months, parents and staff at a Genesee County Catholic school have fought to keep the doors open after the Diocese announced it would close next school year.

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (48506)	School Zip (48506)	(MI) State Average
Population (Approximate)	33,504 people	9,937,974 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	13%	24%
Population Average Age	33 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.6 persons	2.4 persons
Median Household Income	$33,163	$46,742
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	5.3 rooms	5.6 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	52 years old	46 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	72% / 28%	71% / 29%