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Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School

3165 Washington Avenue Saint Joseph, MI 49085

Tel: (269) 429-0227

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 262 students
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 262 students
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School
Pre-K	46
Kind	46
1	32
2	39
3	21
4	35
5	43

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Year Founded

1969

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School Motto

Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, rooted in Sacred Scripture and centered on the Eucharist, Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School embraces the values of Education, Faith, and Citizenship.

Student Body

Total Students

262 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

20 students

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 85%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Lake Michigan Catholic Elementry Schools exist to provide a unique Catholic educational experience, which encompasses the whole person: spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional, and physical.
We strive for excellence in order to develop the student's potential into talents and abilities channeled for the service of God and the betterment of humankind and self.
Teachers are expected to create a positive learning environment integrated with Catholic values.
Teachers are to exemplify a Catholic faith-based lifestyle.
Non-Catholic staff must model as positive Christian mentors and support the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Lake Michigan Catholic Elementry Schools exist to provide a unique Catholic educational experience, which encompasses the whole person: spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional, and physical. We strive for excellence in order to develop the student's potential into talents and abilities channeled for the service of God and the betterment of humankind and self. Teachers are expected to create a positive learning environment integrated with Catholic values. Teachers are to exemplify a Catholic faith-based lifestyle. Non-Catholic staff must model as positive Christian mentors and support the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School?

The acceptance rate of Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 91%. Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.

What is Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School's ranking?

Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School?

The application deadline for Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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