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Best Michigan Private Schools Belonging to National Catholic Education Association (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association serving 1,535 students in Michigan. You can also find more schools membership associations in Michigan.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Michigan include St. Mary School, St. Mary Catholic School, and St. Mary's School.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
100% of private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Michigan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Michigan (2026)

Detroit Catholic Central High School Photo
Detroit Catholic Central High School
Gr: 9-12 | 940 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 9
All-boys (Catholic)
27225 Wixom Road
Novi, MI 48374
(248) 596-3810
(3)
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St. Mary Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 462 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 19
Catholic
2 Union Street
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
(586) 468-4570
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St. Mary School
Gr: PK-8 | 86 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
1005 Bridge St
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9441
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St. Mary's School
Gr: PK-5 | 47 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
217 S Lincoln Avenue
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-9191
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Michigan?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Michigan include St. Mary School, St. Mary Catholic School, and St. Mary's School.
How many private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association are located in Michigan?
4 private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association are located in Michigan.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association are religiously affiliated in Michigan?
100% of private schools belonging to National Catholic Education Association in Michigan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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Private Schools
1,535
Students
$6,905
Avg. Tuition
7%
Students of Color
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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