Holy Spirit School
Tel:
(616) 453-2772
Holy Spirit School draws its energy from the gospel message of Jesus.
Our Christian atmosphere is the foundation for a comprehensive program of personal excellence.
We strive to prepare our students for lifelong success by instilling a solid foundation of faith, academics, and self-discipline.
Our mission at Holy Spirit School is to promote the message and teachings of Jesus Christ.
Students, parents, and faculty form a Catholic family of faith.
Together, we challenge our students to achieve their fullest spiritual, academic, and social potential.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 294 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,600
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Holy Spirit School places among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1952 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 294 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 6% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 19 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 15:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 60% |
| Average Class Size | 19 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (School uniform, dress pants and collared shirt) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,600 |
| Tuition Notes | Preschool=$1,700 |
| % on Financial Aid | 40% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,000 |
| Admissions Director | Pat Kalahar |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 11 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 6 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess club, Drama, Girls on the Run, Little Flowers, Robotics Club Arts and Music Programs: Band |
School Notes
- Holy Spirit School draws its energy from the gospel message of Jesus. We live this by building a Catholic Christian community in our school, continually serving and reaching out to others. We bring the hopes, plans, actions, and needs of our members before the Lord in prayer. Our Christian atmosphere is the foundation for a comprehensive program of academic excellence. The individual needs and diversity of each student are identified and addressed through traditional and innovative instruction. Our mission at Holy Spirit School is to promote the message and teachings of Jesus Christ. Students, parents, and faculty form a Catholic family of faith. Together, we challenge our students to achieve their fullest spiritual, academic, and social potential.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Holy Spirit School is Grand Rapids Seventh-day Adventist Academy (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is West Side Christian School (0.8 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Grand RapidsWest Side Christian School(Calvinist)Grades: PK-8 | 520 students
0.8 miles
955 Westend Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 453-3925 0.8 PK-8
520 - Grand RapidsGrand Rapids Seventh-day Adventist Academy(Seventh Day Adventist)Grades: K-12 | 126 students
0.9 miles
1151 Oakleigh Road NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 791-9797 0.9 K-12
126 - Grand RapidsSacred Heart Academy(Roman Catholic)Grades: PK-12 | 285 students
1.4 miles
1200 Dayton St Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 459-0948 1.4 PK-12
285 - Grand Rapids Grades: NS-8 | 304 students
1.8 miles
2510 Richmond St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 453-8229 1.8 NS-8
304 - Grand Rapids Grades: 9-12 | 467 students
1.9 miles
1801 Bristol Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 233-5900 1.9 9-12
467
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