St. Anselm Catholic Elementary School has a long standing tradition of excellence, lasting over 50 years.
We are a tight-knit community offering our students small class sizes, with many opportunities for sports and activities on site.
We are a diverse population and pride ourselves on offering students the opportunity to learn and grow, cultivate lasting friendships, and dedicate themselves to God.
We firmly believe in our mission statement- Striving Together for Academic Greatness and Spirituality.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
School Counselor, Math Intervention Specialist
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
194 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. Anselm School is that part of the parish community specifically dedicated to the Christian formation of youth within a school setting.Therefore we shall:Provide the resources, opportunities and direction for each student to grow in knowledge, understanding and practice of:the Gospel messagethe academic disciplines andthe social, psychological and physical development of each student.We assure that this process of education takes place under the guidance and direction of fully certified, qualified and dedicated Catholic teachers who work in full cooperation with parents and with their support lead our students to be aware of their responsibilities to respond to the call for justice and peace in our world.As a Catholic school we believe we are:Continuing the mission of JESUS by proclaiming the Gospel.Establishing an atmosphere of love and concern by exhibiting this in all our efforts with the students and by developing students into creative, productive and active Catholics and making students conscious of their obligation of service to one another, to their GOD and to the world in which they live.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Anselm Elementary School often compared to?
St. Anselm Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Dearborn Heights Montessori Center by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Anselm Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Anselm Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 7/20/2015
St. Anselm is a wonderful community. The group of people that I work with are dedicated to educating the whole student. Our staff is wonderful, our students are polite and well-mannered and our parents dedicate themselves to our Catholic community. I can't imagine being anywhere else.
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