Manistee Catholic Central School (Closed 2025)

1200 Us Highway 31 S
Manistee, MI 49660
Manistee Catholic Central Schools prepares all Students to reach their fullest spiritual and academic potential through Christ-Centered Education.
Through the study of the Catholic faith and the Gospel message, MCCS students celebrate God's love, develop a personal relationship with the Lord, and become active members of the Catholic community.
Our students learn Catholic doctrine, prayer and traditions, through liturgy, Scripture study, retreats, and community service.
Elementary school students pray in the classroom daily and attend Mass weekly.
Special events include May Crowning, penance services, Advent and Lenten Services.
Middle school and high school students begin the day in our school chapel with a prayer service and scripture readings, attend weekly Mass.
Religion classes pray the Rosary together and organize weekly Stations of the Cross during Lent.
Students in grades 6-12 make yearly retreats with their classmates.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Blue, Red, White

Student Body

Total Students
239 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Sabers
  • Manistee Catholic Central Schools prepares all Students to reach their fullest spiritual and academic potential through Christ-Centered Education. Through the study of the Catholic faith and the Gospel message, MCCS students celebrate God's love, develop a personal relationship with the Lord, and become active members of the Catholic community. Our students learn Catholic doctrine, prayer and traditions, through liturgy, Scripture study, retreats, and community service. Elementary school students pray in the classroom daily and attend Mass weekly. Special events include May Crowning, penance services, Advent and Lenten Services. Middle school and high school students begin the day in our school chapel with a prayer service and scripture readings, attend weekly Mass. Religion classes pray the Rosary together and organize weekly Stations of the Cross during Lent. Students in grades 6-12 make yearly retreats with their classmates.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Manistee Catholic Central School?
The application deadline for Manistee Catholic Central School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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