The Grand Traverse Area Cathholic Schools are dedicated to providing a Catholic education-ensuring educational quality for all families willing to enter into a partnership to develop each child into his or her fullest spiritual and academic potential.
GTACS offers a unique and comprehensive educational experience to the entire student population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,278 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,800
- Acceptance rate: 20%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Grand Traverse Area Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,278 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
20%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$2 million
School Notes
- School Motto: “Education must develop what is best in man, and make him not only clever, but also good.” (Bishops in Baltimore, 1884)
- School Mascot: Gladiators
- The Grand Traverse Area Cathholic Schools are dedicated to providing a Catholic education-ensuring educational quality for all families willing to enter into a partnership to develop each child into his or her fullest spiritual and academic potential. GTACS offers a unique and comprehensive educational experience to the entire student population.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Catherine Weiler - Notable educator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Grand Traverse Area Catholic School cost?
Grand Traverse Area Catholic School's tuition is approximately $7,800 for private students.
What schools are Grand Traverse Area Catholic School often compared to?
Grand Traverse Area Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Francis High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Grand Traverse Area Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Grand Traverse Area Catholic School is 20%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. Grand Traverse Area Catholic School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Grand Traverse Area Catholic School?
Grand Traverse Area Catholic School famous alumni include: Catherine Weiler - Notable educator.
What is Grand Traverse Area Catholic School's ranking?
Grand Traverse Area Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Grand Traverse Area Catholic School?
The application deadline for Grand Traverse Area Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Grand Traverse Area Catholic School is St. Francis High School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Northwest Michigan House Of Hope (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Trinity Lutheran School (0.5 miles away)
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(231) 946-8038
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(231) 946-8038
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St. Francis High School
(Catholic)
123 E 11th St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8038
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8038
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Gr: 9-12 | 355 students
Northwest Michigan House Of Hope
Alternative School (Christian)
55 S Hope Rdg
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
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Northwest Michigan House Of Hope
Alternative School (Christian)
55 S Hope Rdg
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
0.5 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
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St. Francis High School
(Catholic)
123 E 11th St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8038
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8038
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Gr: 9-12 | 355 students
Northwest Michigan House Of Hope
Alternative School (Christian)
55 S Hope Rdg
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
0.5 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
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(231) 946-2721
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Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 947-1252
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 947-1252
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(231) 929-9325
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 929-9325
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(Catholic)
123 E 11th St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8038
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8038
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Gr: 9-12 | 355 students
Northwest Michigan House Of Hope
Alternative School (Christian)
55 S Hope Rdg
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
0.5 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
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Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 534-7760
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(231) 276-7472
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(231) 276-7472
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55 S Hope Rdg
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
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Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
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(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
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Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-2721
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-2721
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(231) 947-1252
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 947-1252
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Gr: PK-5 | 499 students
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(231) 929-9325
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(231) 929-9325
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(231) 946-5276
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(231) 946-2721
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-2721
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Gr: PK-8 | 118 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(231) 947-1252
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 947-1252
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students
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(231) 929-9325
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(231) 929-9325
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Gr: PK-8 | 251 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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(231) 946-5276
Traverse City, MI 49696
(231) 946-5276
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 63 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
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(231) 995-3800
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(231) 995-3800
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(231) 933-7800
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7800
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